Het aanbieden van het Smeekschrift aan de hertogin van Parma, 1566 1588

Frans Hogenberg’s “Het aanbieden van het Smeekschrift aan de hertogin van Parma, 1566” is a 1588 engraving depicting the historical event of the Petition of the Noble, which occurred in 1566. This artwork captures the moment when a group of mostly Calvinist nobles presented a petition to the Duchess of Parma, Margaret of Parma, demanding religious freedom. The artwork is a detailed portrayal of the scene, showcasing the architectural features of the courtyard and the numerous figures present, giving a visual representation of this important moment in Dutch history. The artwork is currently located at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.