Maarten Harpertszoon Tromp, Dutch Admiral, 1800s, Lithograph

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Maarten harpertszoon tromp – dutch admiral, 19th-century hand-colored lithograph item : this 19th-century hand-colored lithograph portrays maarten harpertszoon tromp, one … Read more Maarten harpertszoon tromp – dutch admiral, 19th-century hand-colored lithograph item : this 19th-century hand-colored lithograph portrays maarten harpertszoon tromp, one of the most legendary naval commanders of the dutch republic. Born in 1598, tromp served as a lieutenant admiral and played a crucial role during the eighty years’ war and the first anglo-dutch war. He is remembered for his naval victories against the spanish and english fleets, and for raising a broom to the mast of his ship as a symbol that he had swept the seas of enemies. In this portrait, tromp stands confidently in richly detailed military dress with a feathered hat and an ornately patterned sash. He holds a command baton and looks ahead with resolute determination. The background features lightly sketched figures preparing cannons, reinforcing his role in active naval command. The hand-colored detailing emphasizes his authority and the vibrancy of dutch maritime power during the seventeenth century. The lithograph was drawn by w f hoevenaar and printed by p w van de weijer in utrecht. It combines documentary precision with a dramatic presentation, capturing the spirit of a naval hero whose name remains etched in dutch history. Details: - subject: maarten harpertszoon tromp, dutch admiral - date: circa 1850 - technique: hand-colored lithograph - artist: w f hoevenaar - printer: p w van de weijer, utrecht - condition: very good to excellent; clean sheet with rich color and sharp lines - printed title below image: maarten harpertszoon tromp framing suggestion: a classic black or dark-stained wood frame with archival matting and uv-protective glass is recommended. A navy blue or taupe mat will bring out the naval tones and enhance the presentation. See less