Grafschrift voor prins Frederik, 1799 1799

"Grafschrift voor prins Frederik, 1799" (1799) is a commemorative engraving by Johannes Mattheus Sobels (1784-1820). The artwork is a eulogy to Prince Frederik, Prince of Orange and Nassau, a Dutch military leader who died in Italy in 1799. The engraved text, in Dutch, is a testament to the Prince's courage and service to his country, comparing his death to the loss of a "Phoenix". The inscription, featuring traditional symbols such as skulls and crossbones, reflects the Neoclassical style of the late 18th century. The artwork is a testament to the enduring legacy of Prince Frederik in Dutch history.