Moord op de prins van Oranje, 1584 1620 - 1699

This anonymous engraving from the 17th century, titled "Moord op de prins van Oranje, 1584," depicts the assassination of William of Orange, the Prince of Orange. The scene shows a dramatic moment of the assassination with the killer aiming a gun at the Prince, who is surrounded by his guards. The print highlights the historical significance of the event, emphasizing the political turmoil and the violent realities of the period. The details of the architecture and the expressions on the faces of the figures contribute to the realism and intensity of the scene. This small-scale print serves as a powerful reminder of a pivotal moment in Dutch history.