De prins van Oranje moet buigen voor Johan de Witt 1672

This anonymous engraving, titled "De prins van Oranje moet buigen voor Johan de Witt", dates back to 1672 and offers a visual commentary on the political tensions between the House of Orange and the Dutch Republic. The scene depicts a dramatic confrontation, likely referencing the "Rampjaar" (Disaster Year) of 1672 when the Dutch faced invasion from France and its allies. The engraving likely served as a propaganda tool, emphasizing the power of Johan de Witt, the Grand Pensionary, while highlighting the perceived weakness of William of Orange. The visual details, including the presence of an angel, suggest a divine intervention in favor of de Witt and his supporters. The engraving's small size suggests it was intended for private viewing and dissemination within a specific political context.