Onthoofding van Henri de Fleury de Coulan Buat, in Den Haag, 1666 1779 - 1781

This etching by Simon Fokke, titled "Onthoofding van Henri de Fleury de Coulan Buat, in Den Haag, 1666", depicts the beheading of Henri de Fleury de Coulan Buat in The Hague in 1666. The artwork captures the dramatic event, showcasing a crowd of onlookers witnessing the execution. The detailed composition, featuring the executioner, the victim, and the spectators, provides a glimpse into a historical event. The etching's small size and delicate lines add to its intimate portrayal of the scene. This piece, created between 1779-1781, offers a historical record and a visual commentary on the brutality of public executions during this period.