Jachtpartij van de edelen en de graaf en Moord op Floris V, 1296 1664 - 1699

This anonymous etching, "Jachtpartij van de edelen en de graaf en Moord op Floris V, 1296", depicts two scenes from the life of Floris V, Count of Holland. The upper scene portrays a hunting party with a nobleman and his entourage, while the lower scene depicts the assassination of Floris V. Created sometime between 1664 and 1699, the etching likely served as an illustrative print, providing a visual record of the historical events it depicts. The detail and perspective of the composition contribute to the print's captivating and educational nature. The work is a valuable example of the use of printmaking in the 17th century to disseminate historical information.