In 't jaar 69 c. 1789 - 1810

The anonymous drawing "In 't jaar 69" (c. 1789 - 1810) depicts a scene of a Roman leader addressing a crowd of people, likely soldiers and civilians. The drawing, now in the Rijksmuseum, is executed in a simple, yet effective, grey wash style. It captures a moment of historical drama, highlighting the power of oration in Roman society. The drawing's small size (65mm x 55mm) contributes to an intimate and focused view of the event.