Feestmaal in de Schepenkamer voor Willem V en Wilhelmina van Pruisen, 1768 1772

This etching, created in 1772 by Dutch artist Simon Fokke, depicts a grand banquet held in the "Schepenkamer" (Council Chamber) for Willem V and Wilhelmina of Prussia in 1768. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures a historical moment of Dutch nobility and royal ceremony. The intricate details, including the ornate interior and the numerous figures seated at the banquet table, convey the grandeur and formality of the event. The etching is a testament to Fokke's skill in depicting historical events with accuracy and artistic finesse.