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King William III as Solomon
Jan van Orley
1710 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A grand allegorical portrait depicting King William III in the biblical guise of King Solomon.
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Where it works
A weightier piece with lively force with softened warm notes — holds a formal wall with confidence.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Dining Room
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Soft gray
About the piece
In this masterful 1710 work by Jan van Orley, King William III is portrayed in the allegorical guise of King Solomon. Set against a backdrop of grand classical architecture, the king sits enthroned under a golden canopy, presiding over the biblical judgment while a diverse crowd of courtiers and subjects look on. The painting's rich, deep palette and masterful handling of light and shadow make it a striking example of the late Baroque style.
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