Tekstblad bij de prent van met de klacht over de rampspoed in de Republiek tussen 1672 en 1675 1675

This broadside, made in Amsterdam by Romeyn de Hooghe around 1675, laments the disastrous state of the Dutch Republic between 1672 and 1675. The text is a powerful expression of national anxiety during the Franco-Dutch War. The Dutch Republic, a relatively young nation, found itself under immense pressure. The artwork uses vivid language to describe the calamities that befell the Netherlands, including military invasions and natural disasters. It critiques the political and social conditions of the time, highlighting the perceived failures of leadership and the suffering of the Dutch people. De Hooghe’s broadside reflects the intense social and political debates of the era. To fully grasp its meaning, we can consult pamphlets, news reports, and diplomatic correspondence. The meaning of this artwork is contingent on this social and institutional context.