Nieuwe volksliederen 1853

This artwork is a printed page from a collection of Dutch folk songs titled “Nieuwe Volksliedere” (“New Folk Songs”) by C.L. Brinkman. Published in 1853, this song is a patriotic hymn praising King Willem I of the Netherlands, emphasizing his importance in defending the nation's freedom. The artwork's small format, with its emphasis on text and traditional printmaking, reflects the popularity of printed material and folk song traditions in the 19th century. This song likely served as a rallying cry for the Dutch people during a time of political and social change.