De Koning doot en moort de protestante leeraars vrouwen en kinderen. The King causeth to kill the Protestants ministers with their wives and children by Romeyn de Hooghe

De Koning doot en moort de protestante leeraars vrouwen en kinderen. The King causeth to kill the Protestants ministers with their wives and children 1688 - 1691

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This etching by Romeyn de Hooghe, titled *De Koning doot en moort de protestante leeraars vrouwen en kinderen*, is a powerful commentary on the persecution of Protestants in the late 17th century. Depicting a brutal scene of execution, the print showcases the artist's skill in conveying the grim reality of the time. The graphic imagery of hanging victims and a king overseeing the violence, coupled with the inscription "The King causeth to kill the Protestants ministers with their wives and children", leaves a lasting impact on the viewer, highlighting the injustices faced by the Protestant community. This work, created between 1688 and 1691, serves as a poignant reminder of the religious conflict and its impact on the lives of ordinary people. The etching is part of the Rijksmuseum collection.

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