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WILLEM VAN DE VELDE THE YOUNGER (1633-1707)

The 'Golden Leeuw' at Sea in Heavy Weather

1671

RCIN 405324

The ‘Golden Lion’ is depicted twice from different angles in this painting, to show it at its best. The Dutch warship - built in 1666–triumphs over the waves; a reminder of the Dutch navy’s strength. The heraldic device of a golden lion appeared on many of the coats of arms of the Seven Provinces and became the symbol of the Dutch Republic. Acquired by George IV in 1820 No. 25

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