Dood van Francesco Farnese 1727

"Dood van Francesco Farnese" is a 1727 etching by Leonard Schenk depicting the death of Francesco Farnese, Duke of Parma. The scene is set in a grand chamber, likely Francesco's deathbed, with several figures gathered around. The Dutch inscription at the bottom of the print provides the date of Francesco's death and offers a brief commentary on the event, which is likely why Schenk created this print. The image shows a solemn scene, highlighting the significance of this historical event. The work, measuring only 159mm by 186mm, is an example of 18th-century printmaking, and is currently held in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.