Dirk VI, graaf van Holland, smeekt de Bisschop van Utrecht om vergiffenis, 1143 1787 - 1789

This pen and ink drawing by Dutch artist Jacobus Buys depicts a historical event: Dirk VI, Count of Holland, kneeling before the Bishop of Utrecht in 1143 and pleading for forgiveness. The scene is set in front of a church, with a crowd of onlookers witnessing the act of humility. The composition emphasizes the contrast between the powerful Bishop and the kneeling Count, highlighting the themes of forgiveness and submission. This piece, completed between 1787 and 1789, showcases Buys's mastery of historical detail and his ability to capture the drama of this significant moment in Dutch history. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.