Jacob Simonsz de Rijk getting the Spanish Governor-General Requesens to Release Marnix van Sint Aldegonde, 1575 1805 - 1808

This painting, "Jacob Simonsz de Rijk getting the Spanish Governor-General Requesens to Release Marnix van Sint Aldegonde," by Jan Willem Pieneman, depicts a historical event from 1575, painted in the early 19th century. The scene portrays the moment when Jacob Simonsz de Rijk, a Dutch diplomat, successfully negotiates with the Spanish governor-general, Don Luis de Requesens, for the release of Marnix van Sint Aldegonde, a prominent figure in the Dutch Revolt. The painting is a prime example of historical painting, characteristic of its era, and is a testament to Pieneman's skill in portraying detailed figures and costumes, capturing the drama and significance of the event. It currently resides in the Rijksmuseum.