Overlijdensbericht van Jacob Houbraken after 18

This artwork is an 18th-century death notice for Jacob Houbraken, a renowned Dutch engraver and artist. The printed announcement details the date and time of his funeral, held in the Nieuwezijds Chapel in Amsterdam on November 18, 1780. The minimalist, handwritten text reflects the formal style of death notices of the period, offering a glimpse into Dutch societal customs of the time. This death notice is part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum, a renowned Dutch museum showcasing Dutch art and history.