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The Prince of Orange
The Prince of Orange is given conflicting advice how to play his game of dice with the king of Spain. Date: circa 1639
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Media ID 14112174
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1639 Advice Dice Independence Netherlands Struggle Conflicting
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring 'The Prince of Orange' by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, circa 1639, depicts the Prince receiving conflicting advice from courtiers as he prepares to play a game of dice with the King of Spain. Add a touch of historical elegance to your home or office with this beautifully detailed and intriguing print. Order now and transport yourself to an era of royal intrigue and political maneuvering."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing print captures a pivotal moment in the complex web of European politics during the Thirty Years War in the early 17th century. The Prince of Orange, Frederik Hendrik, is depicted at a gaming table with the King of Spain, Philip IV, in what appears to be a heated discussion over the rules of a game of dice. The Prince of Orange, a prominent figure in the Dutch Republic, was a key player in the ongoing struggle for Dutch independence from Spanish rule. The scene takes place around 1639, a critical period in the Eighty Years' War between the Dutch and the Spanish. The Dutch Republic, with the support of various European powers, was fighting for its independence from the Spanish Empire, which had long sought to reassert its control over the prosperous northern provinces. The Prince of Orange, as the military leader of the Dutch forces, was at the forefront of this struggle. The conflicting advice given to the Prince of Orange by the King of Spain in this print is a reminder of the complex diplomatic maneuverings and power struggles that characterized the European political landscape during this time. The Dutch Republic, despite its military and economic might, was surrounded by powerful enemies, and alliances and betrayals were commonplace. The outcome of this game of dice, symbolic of the larger power struggle between the Dutch and Spanish, was uncertain. This historical print offers a fascinating glimpse into the political intrigue and strategic calculations of the time, providing valuable insights into the complex web of alliances and power dynamics that shaped European history during the Thirty Years War. The Prince of Orange's uncertain fate and the conflicting advice of the King of Spain serve as a reminder of the precarious balance of power that existed during this period and the high stakes involved in the struggle for Dutch independence.
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