Utrecht door de patriotten verlaten, 1787 1853 - 1861

"Utrecht door de patriotten verlaten, 1787" (Utrecht Abandoned by the Patriots, 1787) is a lithograph by Christiaan Lodewijk van Kesteren, depicting the Dutch Patriotten (Patriots) leaving the city of Utrecht in 1787. The image is a detailed depiction of a street scene with figures in military attire, some carrying flags emblazoned with "PRO PATRIA". The scene shows the Patriots retreating, while a single horseman leads a group of musicians. The lithograph, created between 1853 and 1861, is now part of the Rijksmuseum collection. This artwork provides a visual record of a pivotal moment in Dutch history and serves as a testament to the artist's skill in capturing detail and atmosphere.