Lucretia smeekt de landvoogd om de vrijheid van haar man 1700 - 1759

This etching by Jan Wandelaar, titled "Lucretia smeekt de landvoogd om de vrijheid van haar man," depicts a scene from Roman history. Lucretia, a Roman matron, kneels before a governor pleading for the release of her husband. This etching from the 18th century exemplifies the style of Dutch art, where detailed engravings were used to create narrative scenes and evoke emotions. The artwork is a testament to the Dutch artistic tradition and their skill in storytelling through visual imagery, making it a significant piece in the Rijksmuseum collection.