Vertrek van de hertog van Brunswijk uit Nederland, 1784 1784 - 1786

This anonymous 18th-century engraving, titled "Vertrek van den Hertog van Wolfenbuttel uit 's Hertogenbosch, den 15 Octob: 1784," depicts the departure of the Duke of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel from the city of 's-Hertogenbosch on October 15, 1784. The scene unfolds in a public square with a line of soldiers lining up in the foreground, while the duke is seen on horseback at the center, being bid farewell by several figures. The engraving's detailed depiction of the event provides a glimpse into 18th-century Dutch life and the importance of the duke's visit. This historical artwork is a fascinating piece of Dutch graphic art from the 18th century, highlighting the visual culture of the period and the importance of such events in the lives of people.