Bericht van de uitgever over de prent van het vuurwerk te Den Haag voor de Vrede van Aken, 1749 1749

This is a publisher's note about a print by Daniel Joannes Langeweg, commemorating the fireworks in The Hague for the Peace of Aachen in 1749. The image is rich with symbols of celebration and national pride. The architecture and pyrotechnics are filled with classical motifs, reminiscent of triumphal arches and Roman spectacles. This harkens back to antiquity, where fireworks were not merely entertainment but potent symbols of power and victory. The publisher meticulously lists errors from other prints, highlighting the accurate depiction of the theatrical stage. It becomes clear that this striving for accuracy and order echoes through history. These elements are less about historical accuracy, more about conveying a sense of enduring power and collective identity. It’s a carefully constructed display meant to evoke awe and solidify a shared cultural memory.