Lijkstatie van Willem IV, 1752, plaat 30 1754

This etching by Jan Punt, titled "Lijkstatie van Willem IV, 1752, plaat 30", depicts the funeral procession of Willem IV, the Prince of Orange, who died in 1751. The artwork shows a group of figures, presumably dignitaries, dressed in long black cloaks and hats, walking in a line. It's a somber scene, highlighting the somber nature of the event. The print, measuring 270 mm high and 560 mm wide, is part of a series documenting the funeral and is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum. This artwork is a significant piece of Dutch history, capturing a moment of mourning and offering a glimpse into the funeral traditions of the 18th century.