Pruisen bezetten de Leidsepoort, 1787 1788 - 1816

"Pruisen bezetten de Leidsepoort, 1787" (Prussian Occupation of the Leiden Gate, 1787) is an engraving by Dutch artist Cornelis Brouwer, created between 1788 and 1816. The artwork depicts the Prussian occupation of the Leiden Gate in Amsterdam on October 10, 1787. The engraving showcases the dramatic moment, with Prussian soldiers marching through the gate, while civilians scatter, highlighting the tension of the event. Brouwer's attention to detail and skillful use of line bring the historical moment to life, making it a valuable visual record of this significant event in Dutch history.