Vervolging en het straffen van homoseksuelen in 1730 1730

"Vervolging en het straffen van homoseksuelen in 1730" is an anonymous engraving from 1730 that depicts scenes of persecution and punishment of homosexuals. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, features six separate scenes within a grid format, each showcasing a different aspect of the suffering endured by individuals accused of homosexuality. These scenes, rendered in black and white, serve as a visual commentary on the brutality and injustice faced by the LGBTQ+ community in the 18th century. This powerful print, with its historical context and graphic imagery, provides a glimpse into a dark chapter of societal prejudice and serves as a reminder of the ongoing fight for equality and justice.