Moord op Godfried de Noorman, 885 1747 - 1799

"Moord op Godfried de Noorman, 885" is an anonymous engraving from the late 18th century, depicting a scene of violence and betrayal. The central figure is Godfried de Noorman, being attacked by two men. A witness, a man in clerical robes, watches the event unfold. This artwork is a visual representation of a historical event, demonstrating the stylistic conventions of 18th-century printmaking through its detailed composition and realistic portrayal. The image is a reminder of the tumultuous history of the Netherlands, and the importance of recording such events for posterity. The engraving is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.