Epigrammen op het feestmaal door Willem III op 1 maart 1672 gegeven ter ere van zijn benoeming tot kapitein-generaal 1672

This broadside, created by Romanus Dominicusz van Wesel in 1672, commemorates Willem III's appointment as Captain-General. The text, framed by ornamental initials, speaks of a celebratory feast, a convivial gathering of Holland and its Prince. Consider the motif of the feast itself. It is more than just a meal; it is a symbolic act of communion and solidarity. Throughout history, from the Last Supper to royal banquets, the shared meal has been a recurring symbol of unity and shared purpose. Note, too, how this imagery evokes a sense of collective identity. This evokes a primal, almost subconscious desire for belonging. As we delve deeper, we recognize a cyclical progression: the symbols of power and unity resurface, evolve, and take on new meanings, endlessly reflecting our shared human experience.