Verdrinkingsdood van prins Johan Willem Friso, 1711 1853 - 1855

This 19th-century print depicts the tragic drowning of Prince Johan Willem Friso in 1711. Created by an anonymous artist, the artwork portrays a dramatic scene of the prince and his entourage struggling in the tumultuous sea as their boat capsizes. This historical print, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, serves as a visual record of a significant event in Dutch history, offering insight into the perils of maritime travel and the tragic fate of a royal figure. The print's detailed depiction of the shipwreck, with its churning waves and overturned boat, evokes a sense of the chaos and danger of the event.