The Dairy Cow: The Dutch Provinces, Revolting against the Spanish King Philip II, Are Led by Prince William of Orange, The States General Entreat Queen Elizabeth I for Aid
Painter: anonymous
Year:
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Medium: oil on panel
Description: The milk cow, satirical depiction of the political position of the Netherlands, possibly after an unknown English print. The Netherlands symbolized by a cow is being ridden by Philip II, King of Spain. Elisabeth I, Queen of England gives the cow food and drink. William I, prince of Orange, lies under the cow and drinks from its udder while the Duke of Anjou is allowed to hold the cow's tail and farts on his hand. In the background, a group of nobles look on.
