Koning Karel II van Engeland spreekt de zittende leden van de Staten-Generaal toe, 1660 1660

This 1660 etching by Pieter Philippe depicts King Charles II of England addressing the Dutch States-General, the legislative body of the Dutch Republic. The scene captures the moment of the King's speech, with the members of the States-General seated attentively in a grand chamber adorned with rich tapestries. Pieter Philippe (1628-1720) was a prominent Dutch engraver, and this artwork showcases his meticulous attention to detail in representing the political and social dynamics of the era. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.