Medal
1577 (made)
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This medal, depicting William I of Orange and Charlotte of Bourbon, was made by Coenraad Bloc (ca. 1545-after 1602) in Flanders and dated 1577.
Bloc's medal is the only contemporary image in metal of Prince William. He and his descendants of the House of Orange led the opposition in the Dutch provinces to gain independence from Spain.
Bloc's medal is the only contemporary image in metal of Prince William. He and his descendants of the House of Orange led the opposition in the Dutch provinces to gain independence from Spain.
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Brief description | Medal William I of Orange/Charlotte de Bourbon, silver. Flemish 1577. |
Physical description | Obv., William of Orange in profile to right. Rev., Charlotte of Bourbon in profile to left. |
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Credit line | Gift of Mr. Henry Oppenheimer through Art Fund |
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Summary | This medal, depicting William I of Orange and Charlotte of Bourbon, was made by Coenraad Bloc (ca. 1545-after 1602) in Flanders and dated 1577. Bloc's medal is the only contemporary image in metal of Prince William. He and his descendants of the House of Orange led the opposition in the Dutch provinces to gain independence from Spain. |
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Accession number | A.72-1927 |
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Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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