Allegorie op de politieke situatie in 1702 1702

"Allegorie op de politieke situatie in 1702," an etching by Romeyn de Hooghe (1645–1708) housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a complex allegorical scene depicting the political situation of the Netherlands in 1702. The print features a central table with various figures, possibly representing key figures and events of the era. The scene is rich in detail, with numerous symbols and figures conveying a message about the Dutch political landscape. The use of etching, a printmaking technique that allows for detail and fine lines, perfectly suits the intricate nature of this allegorical work.