Bezoek van koningin Henrietta Maria aan Adriaen Pauw op het Slot te Heemstede, 1642 after 1642

This anonymous etching depicts the visit of Queen Henrietta Maria to Adriaen Pauw at his estate in Heemstede in 1642. The image, part of a series of engravings commissioned by Pauw, is a detailed portrayal of the event, showcasing the grandeur of the Queen's arrival and the elaborate setting of the estate. The scene unfolds before the viewer with a focus on the Queen's entourage, showcasing the richness of 17th-century Dutch life and the importance of diplomatic relations between the Netherlands and England.