Het aanbieden van het Smeekschrift aan de hertogin van Parma, 1566 1619 - 1621

This anonymous engraving, created between 1619 and 1621, depicts a historical scene from the Dutch Revolt. It illustrates the moment when representatives of the Dutch provinces present a petition to Margaret of Parma, the regent of the Netherlands. The artwork portrays a large group of men in a formal setting, likely a palace, as they approach the Duchess with their request. The engraving is part of the Rijksmuseum’s collection and measures a small 105 mm in height and 130 mm in width. This print highlights a significant event in Dutch history, capturing the spirit of resistance and the pursuit of autonomy from Spanish rule.