Proclamation of the Treaty of Munster 1648

This etching, "Proclamation of the Treaty of Munster", by Wenceslaus Hollar depicts the momentous event of the treaty signing, which ended the Thirty Years' War in 1648. The intricate details, including the bustling crowd in the square, the grand architecture of the city hall, and the ornate decorations on the building façade, create a vivid tableau of the historical moment. Hollar, a renowned 17th-century artist, is known for his meticulous depictions of cityscapes and architectural structures. His masterful use of line and shading gives a sense of depth and realism to this historically significant scene.