Ivoren doosje waarop gebroeders de Witt staan afgebeeld 1650 - 1700

This small ivory box, created by an anonymous artist between 1650 and 1700, is a poignant reminder of a tragic event in Dutch history. The lid features a carved portrait of the De Witt brothers, Johan and Cornelis, who were prominent figures in the Dutch Republic during the 17th century. Their assassination in 1672, following the disastrous Franco-Dutch War, shocked the nation and remains a significant event in Dutch history. The box, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the enduring impact of the De Witt brothers and serves as a powerful reminder of their untimely demise.