Titelprent voor de Hollantsche Mercurius van 1654 1655

"Titelprent voor de Hollantsche Mercurius van 1654" is a title page by Dirck de Bray for the Dutch newspaper "Hollandsche Mercurius", dated 1655. The artwork is a series of vignettes, including depictions of the cities Bremen, Smolensko, Atrecht, Ryp and Naples, as well as an allegorical scene of Mercury with a tree representing "Arbor Proteft". The print likely commemorated events of the year 1654. The print measures 161 mm in height and 122 mm in width, and is a good example of the graphic art used for early newspapers. This intricate and informative print demonstrates the importance of visual communication and its role in informing the public of historical events and political commentary during this period.