De begrafenisstoet van Frederik Hendrik, plaat nr. 1 1651

"De begrafenisstoet van Frederik Hendrik, plaat nr. 1" (The Funeral Procession of Frederick Henry, Plate No. 1) is a detailed etching by Pieter Nolpe, created in 1651. This work, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, captures a pivotal moment in Dutch history – the funeral procession of Frederick Henry, Prince of Orange, the Stadholder of the Dutch Republic. The etching showcases the grandeur and solemnity of the event, with a long line of mourners in somber attire. The composition is panoramic, highlighting the ceremonial procession and the monumental archway, alluding to the political significance of the deceased.