Trappen 1726 - 1750

"Trappen," created between 1726 and 1750 by Dutch engravers Reinier (I) and Josua Ottens, is a series of six detailed engravings depicting a hierarchy of rulers and their corresponding titles. Each image features a central figure atop a stepped platform, surrounded by other figures representing different roles and positions within the governing body. The use of intricate details, including the inscriptions and illustrative elements, highlights the complex power structures of the time. Now housed in the Rijksmuseum, this artwork provides insight into the social and political dynamics of 18th century Dutch society.