Illustratie van de moord op de gebroeders De Witt 1672 - 1673

This anonymous etching, titled "Illustratie van de moord op de gebroeders De Witt", depicts the assassination of the De Witt brothers in 1672. It shows Cornelis de Witt, a Dutch statesman and brother of Johan de Witt, being murdered by a mob. The dramatic scene highlights the violent event, a key moment in Dutch history. The etching's detailed portrayal of the crowd and the chaotic atmosphere conveys the brutality of the event. This work is a powerful testament to the turbulent political climate of 17th century Netherlands and provides insight into the public reaction to the De Witt brothers' political policies.