Grafmonument voor Willem Lodewijk, graaf van Nassau-Dillenburg, 1620 1631

This 17th-century engraving, created by an anonymous artist, depicts the design for a monument dedicated to Willem Lodewijk, Count of Nassau-Dillenburg. The detailed drawing showcases a grand structure featuring a central niche housing a kneeling figure representing the Count, flanked by two allegorical figures. The monument is adorned with elaborate ornamentation, including a prominent coat of arms, a skull and crossbones, and a decorative archway, all characteristic of the Baroque style. The engraving, housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the artistic trends and commemorative practices of the Dutch Golden Age.