Studie voor het vertrek van Willem V naar Engeland, 18 januari 1795 1795

This pencil sketch, created by Dutch artist Dirk Langendijk in 1795, depicts a moment of historical significance. The scene, entitled "Study for the Departure of William V to England, January 18, 1795", portrays the Dutch stadholder, William V, in the midst of his hasty flight to England, marking the end of the Dutch Republic. Langendijk captures the urgency of the situation through a quick and expressive style, focusing on the figures’ poses and gestures. The sketch is a preparatory study for a larger composition, highlighting the artist’s careful attention to detail and his keen understanding of historical events. The work is held in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, Netherlands.