Vers op de dood van de gebroeders De Witt, 1672 1672

"Vers op de dood van de gebroeders De Witt, 1672" is an anonymous Dutch poem mourning the death of the De Witt brothers, who were prominent political figures in the Dutch Republic during the 17th century. The poem, written in 1672, is displayed in the Rijksmuseum. This handwritten poem reflects a significant event in Dutch history and offers a glimpse into the political climate of the time. The artwork's small size (205 mm x 160 mm) suggests a personal, intimate expression of grief and loss.