Alliantie met Frankrijk, 1792 1792

"Alliantie met Frankrijk, 1792" (Alliance with France, 1792) is an engraving by Daniël Vrijdag depicting the signing of the alliance between the Dutch Republic and France in 1792. The artwork shows a group of figures standing around a pillar with a document on it, symbolizing the treaty. The two figures in the foreground, embracing, likely represent the Dutch and French ambassadors. The etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a significant historical document, capturing a pivotal moment in Dutch history. It provides insight into the political climate of the time, highlighting the Republic's alliance with revolutionary France.