Titelprent: Hollands aeloude vryheid, buyten het stadhouderschap 1704 - 1706

This print, "Hollands aeloude vryheid, buyten het stadhouderschap," was made by Romeyn de Hooghe using engraving techniques. This is an intaglio printmaking process, where the image is incised into a metal plate, and the resulting lines hold the ink. The incredible detail that de Hooghe achieves speaks to both his skill and the purpose of printmaking at the time. Prints allowed for the mass production of images, effectively communicating political messages to a wide audience. The labor involved in producing each print emphasizes the commitment to disseminating these ideals. De Hooghe's choice of printmaking highlights a deliberate intention to engage a broad segment of society, fostering a shared understanding of Dutch identity and values. This emphasizes the importance of considering the material and its context in understanding the artwork's full meaning, challenging traditional distinctions between fine art and craft.