Deez' nieuwe prent kan ons vermelden, / De glorie der september helden, / En toont ons al hun kloeke daden, / Om land en koning te verraden 1832 - 1850

This print, created by Theodorus Johannes Wijnhoven-Hendriksen, celebrates the "September heroes," displaying figures that embody the virtues of loyalty and bravery. Notice the repetition of the spear across different figures. This isn't merely a weapon; it's a symbol of power, authority, and readiness, evoking images of ancient Roman soldiers. But the spear is also connected to the collective memory of ancient Greece, where the spear was a symbol of military prowess and civic duty. Across cultures and through time, the spear evolves, appearing in medieval tapestries as a knight's lance, or even as a scepter. Each variation carries the weight of its historical moment, yet the subconscious impact remains constant: an upright symbol of assertive force. Here, Wijnhoven-Hendriksen uses this imagery, engaging viewers on a deep, subconscious level. The spear’s cyclical progression highlights how symbols resurface, evolve, and take on new meanings in different contexts.