Ontvangst van de Marrokaanse gezant door de Staten Generaal, 6 september 1770 1770 - 1801

Jacobus Buys’ “Ontvangst van de Marrokaanse gezant door de Staten Generaal, 6 september 1770” is a pencil drawing depicting the reception of a Moroccan ambassador by the States-General of the Netherlands. The work was created between 1770 and 1801. It depicts the ambassador standing at the head of a table, while members of the States-General are seated around it. The scene is set in a grand room, with ornate furniture and a portrait in the background. This work showcases Buys’ ability to capture the elegance and formality of 18th-century Dutch society, which can be seen in the clothing, the setting, and the general demeanor of the subjects.