Prins Johan Willem Friso verdrinkt bij Moerdijk 1716
anonymous
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aged paper
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light pencil work
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homemade paper
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paper non-digital material
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pale palette
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ink paper printed
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light coloured
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sketch book
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personal sketchbook
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paper medium
This anonymous etching depicts the tragic drowning of Prince Johan Willem Friso in 1716. The scene takes place at the Moerdijk, a Dutch waterway, and depicts the prince's carriage being engulfed by raging waters. The etching is a poignant reminder of a historical tragedy and serves as a visual testament to the dangers of the natural world. The Rijksmuseum houses this work of art, demonstrating its historical significance.
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