W Steelink Collection

Jacob van Ruysdael, 17th century Dutch landscape painter, c1870. Artist: W Steelink
Jacob van Ruysdael, 17th century Dutch landscape painter, c1870. A print from Nederlands Geschiedenis en Volksleven in Schetsen, by J Van Lenner and J Ter Gouw. (Leiden, AW Sijthoff, c1870)

Four Days Battle, 1666 (c1870). Artist: W Steelink
Four Days Battle, 1666 (c1870). Fought in the North Sea between the English and Dutch navies during the Second Anglo-Dutch War

An old Dutch family household, c1870. Artist: W Steelink
An old Dutch family household, c1870. A print from Nederlands Geschiedenis en Volksleven in Schetsen, by J Van Lenner and J Ter Gouw. (Leiden, AW Sijthoff, c1870)

Town Hall in Amsterdam, Netherlands, c1870. Artist: W Steelink
Town Hall in Amsterdam, Netherlands, c1870. Amsterdams town hall was built between 1648 and 1655. The building became a royal palace when Louis Napoleon was installed as King Louis I of

Piet Pieterszoon Hein brings in the silver fleet, Netherlands, 1629 (c1870). Artist: W Steelink
Piet Pieterszoon Hein brings in the silver fleet, Netherlands, 1629 (c1870). Piet Hein (1577-1629) was a Dutch naval officer who became a popular hero because of his exploits in the Eighty Years War

Jan Leeghwater, Dutch mill builder and hydraulic engineer, 1608 (c1870). Artist: W Steelink
Jan Leeghwater, Dutch mill builder and hydraulic engineer 1608 (c1870). Leeghwater was responsible for begiining the process of the reclamation of land from the North Sea in the Netherlands

Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck, Dutch composer and organist, c1870. Artist: W Steelink
Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck, Dutch composer and organist, c1870. A print from Nederlands Geschiedenis en Volksleven in Schetsen, by J Van Lenner and J Ter Gouw. (Leiden, AW Sijthoff, c1870)

The first East Indian legation in the Netherlands, 1602, (c1870). Artist: W Steelink
The first East Indian legation in the Netherlands, 1602, (c1870). In June 1596 a four ship expedition commanded by Cornelis de Houtman arrived in Indonesia

The invincible fleet, 1588 (c1870). Artist: W Steelink
The invincible fleet, 1588 (c1870). Scene depicting the Spanish Armada, the supposedly invincible Spanish invasion fleet destroyed by a combination of the British Navy

Menno van Coehoorn, Dutch soldier and military engineer, at the Siege of Namur, 1692, (c1870). Artist: W Steelink
Menno van Coehoorn, Dutch soldier and military engineer, at the Siege of Namur, 1692, (c1870). In 1692, Namur, a fortress designed by Coehoorn, fell to the French under his great rival

Tsar Peter I of Russia working on an East Indiaman, Amsterdam docks, Netherlands, 1697 (c1870). Artist: W Steelink
Tsar Peter I of Russia working on an East Indiaman, Amsterdam docks, Netherlands, 1697 (c1870). The Tsar was given the opportunity to gain practical experience in the largest shipyard in the world

Antoni van Leeuwenhoek, 17th century Dutch scientist and microscopy pioneer, c1870. Artist: W Steelink
Antoni van Leeuwenhoek, 17th century Dutch scientist and microscopy pioneer, c1870. It was probably as a result of his use of lenses in examining cloth as a drapers apprentice that led to

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"W Steelink: Capturing the Essence of Dutch History and Culture in Stunning Detail" Step into the world of 17th century Dutch landscapes with W Steelink, a talented artist who masterfully brings history to life. Inspired by Jacob van Ruysdael, Steelink's works transport us back in time to witness significant moments that shaped the Netherlands. In his painting "Four Days Battle, 1666, " we are immersed in the intensity of naval warfare as ships clash amidst turbulent waters. With meticulous brushstrokes, Steelink captures every detail, allowing us to feel the tension and adrenaline that filled the air during this historic battle. Traveling further back in time, we enter an old Dutch family household depicted by Steelink. The warmth and coziness emanating from this scene evoke a sense of nostalgia for simpler times when families gathered around crackling fireplaces sharing stories and laughter. The Town Hall in Amsterdam stands proudly in another one of Steelink's creations. Its grandeur is accentuated by intricate architectural details meticulously painted by the artist. This masterpiece serves as a reminder of Amsterdam's rich history as a center for trade and commerce. Steelink also pays tribute to notable figures such as Piet Pieterszoon Hein, who brought glory to the Netherlands through his triumph over Spanish forces during the capture of silver fleet in 1629. Through his artistry, Steelink immortalizes these heroes' bravery and achievements. Jan Leeghwater, renowned mill builder and hydraulic engineer from Holland's Golden Age, is portrayed with great reverence by Steelink. His contribution to reclaiming land from water showcases both man's ingenuity and determination against nature's challenges. Dutch composer Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck finds himself immortalized on canvas by Steelink too. The artist skillfully captures Sweelinck at an organ console surrounded by ethereal music notes floating through space—a testament to his genius musical compositions that have stood the test of time.