William I, Prince of Orange, Lying in State

Hendrik de Keyser I (1565–1621), Amsterdam, 1613–1614, terracotta with beige coating

This terracotta is the model for the life-size marble statue that is the focal point of the tomb of William of Orange in the Nieuwe Kerk in Delft. William was assassinated in 1584. The dead prince is portrayed in a surprisingly informal fashion: he wears a fur-lined tabard and a nightcap, a favourite garb for scholars in their study. He seems to be lying down for just a moment to rest.

  • Artwork typefigure, model
  • Object numberBK-AM-37
  • Dimensionsheight 10.5 cm x width 61.8 cm x depth 25.8 cm, height 26 cm
  • Physical characteristicsterracotta, gesausd