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Allegory of the Victory of the Dutch over the Spanish Fleet at Gibraltar on 25 April 1607
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Allegory of the Victory of the Dutch over the Spanish Fleet at Gibraltar on 25 April 1607
3704134 Allegory of the Victory of the Dutch over the Spanish Fleet at Gibraltar on 25 April 1607, c.1615-30 (oil on panel) by Willaerts, Adam (1577-1669); 38.4x55.9 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: Victory over the Spanish near Gibraltar by a Dutch Fleet Commanded by Admiral Jacob van Heemskerck during the Eighty Years War, an armed revolt under the leadership of Protestant William of Orange when the Dutch struggled to gain independence from Spanish rule under the Catholic Philip II.
A Dutchman and Spaniard fight over a stick watched by an Englishman and a Venetian while the battle rages); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 22486896
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80 Years Crew Dutch Golden Age Dutch Revolt Eighty Years Flagship Fleet Fort Fortifications Fortified Galleon Golden Age Intolerance Low Countries Marine Masts Mediterranean Moorish Oppression Philip Ii Protestant Rampart Rebellion Revolt Rigging Rock Of Gibraltar Sea Battle Strait War Of Independence Warships William Of Orange Allegorial
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This print, titled "Allegory of the Victory of the Dutch over the Spanish Fleet at Gibraltar on 25 April 1607" transports viewers back to a significant moment in history. Painted by Adam Willaerts during the Dutch Golden Age, this oil-on-panel masterpiece measures 38.4x55.9 cm and is housed in the prestigious Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. The artwork depicts a dramatic scene from the Eighty Years War, an armed revolt led by Protestant William of Orange against Spanish rule under Catholic Philip II. Amidst a raging battle near Gibraltar, a Dutchman and Spaniard engage in fierce combat over a stick while being observed by an Englishman and Venetian. The tumultuous conflict unfolds amidst towering warships, billowing sails, and flags fluttering with national pride. Willaerts skillfully captures not only the intensity of naval warfare but also conveys deeper allegorical themes within this historical event. The painting serves as both a celebration of Dutch victory and a satirical commentary on religious intolerance during that era. Through meticulous attention to detail, including intricate rigging and fortifications along the coastline, Willaerts creates an immersive maritime landscape that transports viewers into this pivotal moment in time. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from our vantage point centuries later, we are reminded of the bravery and determination exhibited by those who fought for independence during times of oppression. This print serves as both a testament to human resilience and an enduring symbol of defiance against tyranny.
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