Uitnodiging om prins Willem V naar Slot Loevestein te brengen, 1786 1786

This 1786 broadside by Pierre Gosse jr. is a satirical political cartoon aimed at Prince William V of the Netherlands. The artist uses inflammatory language to condemn the Prince, calling him a traitor, a tyrant, and the enemy of the state. The text calls on the people to escort him to Loevestein Castle, where he will be imprisoned for their safety. The artwork reflects the intense political climate of the Netherlands during the late 18th century, where tensions between the Dutch people and the Prince were high. This broadside provides a glimpse into the passionate debates and political maneuverings that shaped the Dutch Republic at the time.