De heren van Schagen en van Asperen doen een poging om Van Oldenbarnevelt te bevrijden, 1618 1797 - 1833

This etching by Philippus Velijn depicts a scene from Dutch history, specifically the attempt to free Johan van Oldenbarnevelt from imprisonment in 1618. The scene shows two men, likely the "heren van Schagen en van Asperen", attempting to free Van Oldenbarnevelt while he is guarded by another man with a sword. The etching was made between 1797 and 1833, and is part of the Rijksmuseum collection. Velijn's detailed depiction provides a glimpse into a pivotal moment in Dutch history, showcasing the efforts of these men to free a prominent figure from his captivity. The scene is captured in a dramatic fashion, emphasizing the tension and conflict between the figures. This etching is an important example of historical art and a visual documentation of a crucial moment in Dutch history.