Allegorie op het overlijden van prins Willem IV, 1751 1752

This 1752 engraving by Jacob Folkema, titled "Allegorie op het overlijden van prins Willem IV, 1751" is a memorial piece honoring the deceased Prince Willem IV. The artwork features an allegorical scene depicting a figure representing the Prince ascending to heaven, surrounded by mourners and symbols of death, including skulls and bones. The intricate details of the engraving and the somber tone of the scene create a poignant tribute to the Prince, highlighting the themes of mortality and faith. This small-scale work, found in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the enduring power of art to commemorate historical events and express profound emotions.