Statue of William the Silent and Philips of Marnix, Lord of Saint-Aldegonde
Statue of William the Silent and Philips of Marnix, Lord of Saint-Aldegonde, Bronze statue at Royal Museum of Fine Arts, Antwerp, Belgium
The statue portrays William the Silent and Philips of Marnix standing together, representing their alliance during the Dutch independence movement against Spanish rule.
Created by sculptor Jean-Paul Laenen and unveiled in 2012, this monument honors two leaders who shaped the future of the Netherlands in the sixteenth century.
The statue symbolizes the connection between Antwerp and the Dutch independence movement, highlighting the role of both figures in regional political transformation.
Located inside the Royal Museum of Fine Arts, visitors can examine the statue while exploring the museum's extensive collection of historical artifacts.
The monument captures the moment when Philips of Marnix, as mayor of Antwerp, worked alongside William the Silent during critical negotiations.
Location: Antwerp
Inception: 2012
Creator: Jean-Paul Laenen
Official opening: July 6, 2012
GPS coordinates: 51.20806,4.39567
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:44
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