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William III landing at Brixham, Torbay, 5 November 1688, 1688 (oil on canvas)
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William III landing at Brixham, Torbay, 5 November 1688, 1688 (oil on canvas)
7338082 William III landing at Brixham, Torbay, 5 November 1688, 1688 (oil on canvas) by Wyck, Jan (1640-1700); 157.5x132.1 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Jan Wyck
A full-length portrait to left, facing to right on a rearing white horse. Prince William of Orange (as he then was) wears a buff coat which is perhaps of leather, embroidered with gold and lined with pink silk. Around his waist is a heavily gold-fringed red sash and he wears the ribbon and Star of the Garter. The horse is wearing a blue shabracque, or blanket, with the Orange arms in gold, and stands on a rise in the land looking over towards Torbay. The portrait dominates an image showing William's landing in Torbay on 5 November 1688 with 14,000 troops for the invasion of England. In the background is the Anglo-Dutch fleet, with ships on the far left at anchor flying the Dutch flag.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38176530
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
17th Centuries 17th Century Fashion Marinescape Monarchic Oil (painting) Oil On Wood Royalism Sea Painting Seas Seashore Seawater William 3 King Of England William Iii William Iii King Of England William Of Orange
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The painting captures the historic moment of William III landing at Brixham, Torbay on 5 November 1688, a pivotal event in British history. Prince William of Orange is depicted riding a rearing white horse, exuding power and determination as he prepares to lead his troops ashore for the invasion of England.
Dressed in a luxurious buff coat embroidered with gold and lined with pink silk, William cuts an impressive figure against the backdrop of Torbay. The heavily gold-fringed red sash around his waist and the ribbon and Star of the Garter further emphasize his royal status.
The scene is alive with action as ships from the Anglo-Dutch fleet can be seen in the background, flying Dutch flags and ready to support their leader's mission. The sheer scale of this military operation is evident in the vast number of troops gathered on land and sea.
Jan Wyck's masterful brushwork brings this momentous occasion to life, capturing not just a historical event but also the spirit and determination of Prince William as he embarks on a journey that would ultimately change the course of British history forever. This painting serves as a powerful reminder of courage, leadership, and ambition in times of great uncertainty.
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