Lijkstatie van Willem IV, 1752 1752 - 1754

"Lijkstatie van Willem Karel Hendrik Friso" is a detailed 18th-century engraving by Jacobus Buys depicting the funeral procession of William IV, Prince of Orange and Nassau, in 1752. The artwork captures the solemnity of the occasion with a meticulous rendering of the mourners, dignitaries, and the hearse. The precise layout of the procession highlights the importance of hierarchical order within 18th-century Dutch society. This engraving, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the visual culture and ceremonial practices of the time, serving as a valuable historical document.