Hugo de Groot verstopt zich in de boekenkist, 1621 1754

"Hugo de Groot verstopt zich in de boekenkist, 1621" is an etching by Simon Fokke from 1754 depicting a scene from the life of Dutch jurist and statesman Hugo de Groot. The artwork shows de Groot hiding in a chest to escape from the Loevestein prison. The etching is a fine example of 18th-century Dutch art, with its detailed depiction of a historical moment, and its realistic portrayal of the figures and setting. The etching is now part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, showcasing its cultural and historical significance.