Het vertrek van stadhouder Willem V naar Engeland, 18 januari 1795 1798

"Het vertrek van stadhouder Willem V naar Engeland, 18 januari 1795" (The Departure of Stadtholder Willem V to England, January 18, 1795), created in 1798 by Dutch painter Dirk Langendijk, depicts a pivotal moment in Dutch history. This historical scene shows Stadtholder Willem V, on horseback, departing from the Dutch coast with a large group of supporters, leaving behind a nation in political turmoil. The dramatic composition and the detailed portrayal of figures, both in the foreground and on the departing ship, make this painting a powerful testament to the turbulent events of the late 18th century. This artwork, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, captures the emotional weight of political upheaval and remains a valuable historical document for understanding Dutch history.