De Witt Collection

Portrait of Cornelis de Witt (engraving)
820153 Portrait of Cornelis de Witt (engraving) by Dutch School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cornelis de Witt, of the Dutch patrician family De Witt)

Dewitt Clinton, 1834. Creator: Asher Brown Durand
Dewitt Clinton, 1834

Portrait of Cornelis de Witt (1623-1672) (From: Schauplatz des Krieges), 1675. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Cornelis de Witt (1623-1672) (From: Schauplatz des Krieges), 1675. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheek van het Vredespaleis, The Hague

Portrait of Cornelis de Witt (1623-1672), Between 1667 and 1700. Artist: Baen, Jan de (1633-1702)
Portrait of Cornelis de Witt (1623-1672), Between 1667 and 1700. Found in the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Johan de Witt, Dutch statesman, 1654, (c1870). Artist: JH Rennefeld
Johan de Witt, Dutch statesman, 1654, (c1870). De Witt was one of the most influential figures in Dutch politics in the mid 17th century when the Netherlands was at the height of its commercial

Map MagnAŠ TartariAŠ magni Mogolis imperii IaponiAŠ et ChinAŠ
Map, Magnae Tartariae, magni Mogolis imperii, Iaponiae et Chinae, nova descriptio ex tabula... D.N. Witsen... per F. de Witt, Frederick de Wit (1630-1706), Nicolaes Witsen (1641-1717)

Map Nova tabula magni ducatus Finlandiae provincias divisa multis locis aucta et correcta
Map, Nova tabula magni ducatus Finlandiae in provincias divisa multis locis aucta et correcta per F. de Witt, Frederick de Wit (1630-1706), Copperplate print

Apotheosis Cornelis de Witt Dutch Raid Medway
The Apotheosis of Cornelis de Witt, with the Dutch Raid on the Medway in the background, Adoration of Cornelis de Witt, with the Journey to Chatham (June 1667)

Johan De Witt 1625-1672 Dutch Statesman Political Leader Of Holland From The Book Crabbs Historical Dictionary Published 1825

LONDON: SWAN THEATRE. Johannes De Witts drawing of the Swan Theatre, London, c1596

LONDON: SWAN THEATRE. Johannes De Witts drawing of the Swan Theatre, London, c1596

DEWITT CLINTON LOCOMOTIVE. Built for the Mohawk & Hudson Railroad by the West Point Foundry Association, which made its first excursion trip with passengers from Albany to Schenectady on 9 August

Riot in Dordrecht, The Netherlands, where an image of Cornelis de Witt is destroyed by the people, 1672, Jan Luyken, Pieter van der Aa I, 1698

ERIE CANAL OPENING, 1825. New York Governor DeWitt Clinton pouring water from Lake Erie into the Atlantic Ocean at the Grand Erie Canal Celebration in New York harbor on 4 November 1825

NEW YORK: LOCOMOTIVE, 1831. The Dewitt Clinton, built for the Mohawk and Hudson Railroad, which made its first excursion trip with passengers from Albany to Schenectady on 9 August 1831

THOMAS de WITT TALMADGE (1832-1902). American Dutch reformed cleric

TALMADGE & INGERSOLL, 1898. Big Surprises Ahead. American lithograph cartoon featuring Thomas de Witt Talmadge and Robert Green Ingersoll by C. Jay Taylor, 1898

ERIE CANAL OPENING, 1825. New York Governor DeWitt Clinton pouring water from Lake Erie into the Atlantic Ocean at the Grand Erie Canal Celebration in New York City on 4 November 1825

WATER OF LAKE ERIE. Keg from which DeWitt Clinton poured the water of Lake Erie into the Atlantic

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"De Witt: A Tragic Tale of Power and Betrayal" Step back in time to the tumultuous era of 17th century Netherlands, where the name De Witt became synonymous with political intrigue and untimely demise. The haunting images of the corpses of Johan and Cornelis de Witt hanging on gallows serve as a chilling reminder of their tragic fate. Intrigue fills the air as we delve into history's pages, witnessing the murder of these influential brothers through engravings that capture their final moments. The portrait of Cornelis de Witt showcases his resolute demeanor, hinting at his unwavering commitment to his beliefs. Yet, not all De Witts met such a grim end. Dewitt Clinton emerges from this narrative, an entirely different figure altogether. Created by Asher Brown Durand in 1834, this portrait captures Clinton's essence - a man who rose above familial shadows to become a prominent figure in American politics. Returning to the heart-wrenching events surrounding Johan and Cornelis de Witt, scenes depicting their brutal lynching unfold before our eyes. Gaspar Bouttats' etching transports us back to that fateful day in The Hague when supporters of William of Orange unleashed their fury upon these republican brothers. Jan de Baen's portrayal offers another glimpse into Cornelis de Witt's life between 1667 and 1700 - an enduring image that immortalizes him amidst turbulent times. Meanwhile, artists like JH Rennefeld and E Scriven bring Johan de Witt back to life through detailed portraits that showcase his statesmanship during this pivotal period. While tragedy may have defined one branch of the De Witt family tree, other members found themselves entwined in different tales altogether. Countess Zofia Potocka-Witt emerges as a captivating figure captured by Anton Graff - her beauty transcending time itself. The story behind "De Witt" is one of power, betrayal, and the fragility of human existence.