Holland in de Franse drukpers, 1672-1673 1673 - 1674

This etching, "Holland in de Franse drukpers, 1672-1673," is an anonymous satirical print depicting the Dutch Republic under the weight of French oppression. Created in 1673-1674, it shows a personification of Holland being squeezed in a printing press by two men representing French power. This graphic portrayal of the Dutch struggle against France during the Franco-Dutch War offers a glimpse into the political and cultural climate of the time. The image can be seen as a symbol of Dutch resistance and resilience against powerful forces, and it serves as a historical document of the anxieties and struggles of the era.