Archduke Leopold Wilhelm was an Austrian nobleman born on November 5, 1614, in Vienna. He was the son of Emperor Ferdinand II and a member of the House of Habsburg. Leopold Wilhelm served as the Governor of the Spanish Netherlands from 1647 to 1656, where he played a significant role in the region's military and political affairs. In addition to his political career, Leopold Wilhelm was a patron of the arts and sciences. He collected paintings and supported artists, contributing to the cultural development of his time. His collection included works by notable artists such as Peter Paul Rubens and Anthony van Dyck.