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Willem Van De Velde The Elder Collection

Willem van de Velde the Elder was a renowned Dutch marine painter who captured the grandeur and drama of naval scenes in his artworks

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: The Battle of Scheveningen, 31 July 1653: the last pass in the battle, 1653 (graphite, grey wash)

The Battle of Scheveningen, 31 July 1653: the last pass in the battle, 1653 (graphite, grey wash)
7341972 The Battle of Scheveningen, 31 July 1653: the last pass in the battle, 1653 (graphite, grey wash) by Velde, Willem van de, the Elder (1611-93); 22.8x36.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Willem van de Velde, the Elder, 18th century (engraving)

Willem van de Velde, the Elder, 18th century (engraving)
7341622 Willem van de Velde, the Elder, 18th century (engraving) by Kneller, Godfrey (1646-1723) (after); 24x18 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Naval battle. Creator: Willem van de Velde I

Naval battle. Creator: Willem van de Velde I
Naval battle

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: 'Council of War aboard 'The Seven Provinces', the Flagship of Michiel Adriaensz de Ruyter

"Council of War aboard "The Seven Provinces", the Flagship of Michiel Adriaensz de Ruyter, 10 June 1666, preceding the Four Days Battle: episode from the Second Anglo-Dutch War"

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Ships after the Battle, 1630-1672. Creator: Willem van de Velde I

Ships after the Battle, 1630-1672. Creator: Willem van de Velde I
Ships after the Battle, 1630-1672

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Episode from the Four Days Battle, 11-14 June 1666, of the Second Anglo-Dutch War, 1665-67, 1668

Episode from the Four Days Battle, 11-14 June 1666, of the Second Anglo-Dutch War, 1665-67, 1668

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Battle between the Dutch and Swedish Fleets, in the Sound, 8 November 1658, 1665

Battle between the Dutch and Swedish Fleets, in the Sound, 8 November 1658, 1665. Creator: Willem van de Velde I
Battle between the Dutch and Swedish Fleets, in the Sound, 8 November 1658, 1665

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Royal Yacht and State Yacht Sail from Moerdijk with Charles II, King of England, on board, 1660

Royal Yacht and State Yacht Sail from Moerdijk with Charles II, King of England, on board, 1660, 1660-1693

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Battle between the Dutch and Swedish Fleets, in the Sound, 8 November 1658, 1658-1693

Battle between the Dutch and Swedish Fleets, in the Sound, 8 November 1658, 1658-1693. Creator: Willem van de Velde I
Battle between the Dutch and Swedish Fleets, in the Sound, 8 November 1658, 1658-1693. Attributed to Willem van de Velde I

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Episode from the Four Days Naval Battle (11-14 June 1666), in or after 1666-in or before 1672

Episode from the Four Days Naval Battle (11-14 June 1666), in or after 1666-in or before 1672. Attributed to Willem van de Velde I

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: 'Seascape with the Dutch Men-of-War including the 'Drenthe' and the 'Prince Frederick-Henry'

"Seascape with the Dutch Men-of-War including the "Drenthe" and the "Prince Frederick-Henry", 1630-1670

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: The Royal and State Yachts, possibly the Arrival of Charles II of England at Moerdijk, 1660

The Royal and State Yachts, possibly the Arrival of Charles II of England at Moerdijk, 1660, 1660-1693

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: 'The Failed Attack of the English on the Return Fleet in the Port of Bergen, Norway

"The Failed Attack of the English on the Return Fleet in the Port of Bergen, Norway, 12 August 1665: an episode from the Second Anglo-Dutch War", 1669

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: The Battle of Terheide, 1657. Creator: Willem van de Velde I

The Battle of Terheide, 1657. Creator: Willem van de Velde I
The Battle of Terheide, 1657. Other Title(s): The Battle of Terheide, 10 August 1653: an episode from the First Anglo-Dutch War (1652-54)

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: The Battle of Livorno (Leghorn), c.1659-c.1699. Creator: Willem van de Velde I

The Battle of Livorno (Leghorn), c.1659-c.1699. Creator: Willem van de Velde I
The Battle of Livorno (Leghorn), c.1659-c.1699

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: The Battle of Dunkirk, 1659. Creator: Willem van de Velde I

The Battle of Dunkirk, 1659. Creator: Willem van de Velde I
The Battle of Dunkirk, 1659. Other Title(s): The Naval Battle against the Spanish near Dunkirk, 18 February 1639

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: The Battle of the Downs, 1659. Creator: Willem van de Velde I

The Battle of the Downs, 1659. Creator: Willem van de Velde I
The Battle of the Downs, 1659. Other Title(s): The Battle of the Downs against the Spanish Armada, 21 October 1639

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Episode from the Battle between the Dutch and Swedish Fleets in the Sound, 8 Nov 1658, 1658-1693

Episode from the Battle between the Dutch and Swedish Fleets in the Sound, 8 Nov 1658, 1658-1693
Episode from the Battle between the Dutch and Swedish Fleets in the Sound, 8 November 1658, 1658-1693

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Dutch Ship with Ornamental Prow Seen from Starboard Quarter, n.d. Creator: Willem van de Velde I

Dutch Ship with Ornamental Prow Seen from Starboard Quarter, n.d. Creator: Willem van de Velde I
Dutch Ship with Ornamental Prow Seen from Starboard Quarter, n.d

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: A Dutch Fishmarket, n.d. Creator: Willem van de Velde I

A Dutch Fishmarket, n.d. Creator: Willem van de Velde I
A Dutch Fishmarket, n.d

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Stream with Pilings, n.d. Creator: Willem van de Velde I

Stream with Pilings, n.d. Creator: Willem van de Velde I
Stream with Pilings, n.d

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Three Boats, 1630/93. Creator: Willem van de Velde I

Three Boats, 1630/93. Creator: Willem van de Velde I
Three Boats, 1630/93

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Men with Cannons, Kegs of Powder and an Anchor, n.d. Creator: Willem van de Velde I

Men with Cannons, Kegs of Powder and an Anchor, n.d. Creator: Willem van de Velde I
Men with Cannons, Kegs of Powder and an Anchor, n.d

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: The English and Dutch Fleets exchanging Salutes at Sea with the Prince

The English and Dutch Fleets exchanging Salutes at Sea with the Prince
827787 The English and Dutch Fleets exchanging Salutes at Sea with the Prince and the Gouden Leeuw in the Foreground, 1684 (oil on canvas) by Velde, Willem van de

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Shipping Scene from the Collection of Thomas Walker, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall

Shipping Scene from the Collection of Thomas Walker, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall
Shipping Scene from the Collection of Thomas Walker, 1720s

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Shipping Scene from the Collection of Lawrence Fashion, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall

Shipping Scene from the Collection of Lawrence Fashion, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall
Shipping Scene from the Collection of Lawrence Fashion, 1720s

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Shipping Scene from the Collection of Nathaniel Blackerby, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall

Shipping Scene from the Collection of Nathaniel Blackerby, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall
Shipping Scene from the Collection of Nathaniel Blackerby, 1720s

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Shipping Scene from the Collection of John Hadley, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall

Shipping Scene from the Collection of John Hadley, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall
Shipping Scene from the Collection of John Hadley, 1720s

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Shipping Scene from the Collection of Onuphrij Edwin, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall

Shipping Scene from the Collection of Onuphrij Edwin, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall
Shipping Scene from the Collection of Onuphrij Edwin, 1720s

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Shipping Scene from the Collection of Alexander Nisbit, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall

Shipping Scene from the Collection of Alexander Nisbit, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall
Shipping Scene from the Collection of Alexander Nisbit, 1720s

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Shipping Scene from the Collection of Thomas Cook, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall

Shipping Scene from the Collection of Thomas Cook, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall
Shipping Scene from the Collection of Thomas Cook, 1720s

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Shipping Scene from the Collection of Richard Lloyd, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall

Shipping Scene from the Collection of Richard Lloyd, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall
Shipping Scene from the Collection of Richard Lloyd, 1720s

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Shipping Scene from the Collection of Jacob Gibbs, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall

Shipping Scene from the Collection of Jacob Gibbs, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall
Shipping Scene from the Collection of Jacob Gibbs, 1720s

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Fight against Seven Algerines, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall

Fight against Seven Algerines, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall
Fight against Seven Algerines by Capt Kempthorne, 1720s. [From the collection of Thomas Brodrick]

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Shipping Scene from the Collection of Hugo Howard, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall

Shipping Scene from the Collection of Hugo Howard, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall
Shipping Scene from the Collection of Hugo Howard, 1720s

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Shipping Scene with Man-of-War, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall

Shipping Scene with Man-of-War, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall
Shipping Scene with Man-of-War, 1720s

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Fight in 1672, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall

Fight in 1672, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall
Fight in 1672: shipping scene from the collection of Thomas Walker, 1720s

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Shipping Scene from the Collection of Philip Hollingworth, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall

Shipping Scene from the Collection of Philip Hollingworth, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall
Shipping Scene from the Collection of Philip Hollingworth, 1720s

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Shipping Scene from the Collection of John Chicheley, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall

Shipping Scene from the Collection of John Chicheley, 1720s. Creator: Elisha Kirkall
Shipping Scene from the Collection of John Chicheley, 1720s

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Willem van de Velde the Elder, Dutch (1611-1693), Dutch Ships near the Coast, early 1650s

Willem van de Velde the Elder, Dutch (1611-1693), Dutch Ships near the Coast, early 1650s, oil on panel

Background imageWillem Van De Velde The Elder Collection: Elisha Kirkall after Willem van de Velde the Elder (English, c

Elisha Kirkall after Willem van de Velde the Elder (English, c. 1682 - 1742), Shipping Scene from the Collection of Hugo Howard, 1720s, mezzotint and etching printed in green and black on laid paper


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Willem van de Velde the Elder was a renowned Dutch marine painter who captured the grandeur and drama of naval scenes in his artworks. One of his notable works, "The English and Dutch Fleets exchanging Salutes at Sea with the Prince, " showcases the diplomatic exchange between two powerful maritime nations. The painting depicts an awe-inspiring display of naval prowess as ships from both fleets engage in a synchronized salute, highlighting their mutual respect and cooperation. In addition to this iconic piece, Van de Velde's talent for capturing shipping scenes is evident in several other works from the 1720s. Paintings such as those found in the collections of Thomas Walker, Lawrence Fashion, Nathaniel Blackerby, John Hadley, Onuphrij Edwin, Alexander Nisbit, Thomas Cook, Richard Lloyd, Jacob Gibbs, Hugo Howard showcase various aspects of maritime life during that era. One particular artwork that stands out is "Fight against Seven Algerines. " In this intense depiction of battle on the high seas, Van de Velde portrays a courageous confrontation between European forces and Algerian pirates. With meticulous attention to detail and skillful brushwork by Elisha Kirkall (the engraver), this piece captures not only the ferocity but also the heroism displayed by sailors defending their ships against relentless attacks. Van de Velde's ability to bring these maritime scenes to life through his art has made him one of history's most celebrated marine painters. His work continues to inspire awe and admiration for its technical brilliance and historical significance. Whether it be peaceful exchanges or fierce battles at sea depicted in his paintings like those found within these esteemed collections - they all serve as reminders of our enduring fascination with seafaring adventures throughout history.