De gevangenneming van Henricus Slatius, 1623 1776

"The Capture of Henricus Slatius" is an etching by Dutch artist Simon Fokke, created in 1776 and depicting the capture of a preacher named Henricus Slatius in 1623. The etching showcases Fokke's attention to detail, with a focus on the architecture of the building and the dramatic portrayal of the event. The image is composed of several figures interacting in the foreground, with a cityscape in the background, contributing to the narrative of the scene. The etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a historical document that offers insight into 17th-century Dutch life and the artistic style of Simon Fokke.