Brief aan de burgemeester van Schipluiden over de dood van koningin Wilhelmina van Pruisen, 1837 Possibly 1837

This formal letter, written by Adam François Jules Armand van der Duyn, the governor of South Holland, announces the death of Queen Wilhelmina of Prussia in 1837. This artwork, held in the Rijksmuseum, is a historic document detailing the official proclamation of the Queen's passing and its impact on the Dutch public. The text highlights the Queen's virtue, her contributions to the arts and sciences, and the shared grief of the nation. The document, a testament to the impact of Wilhelmina's reign, serves as a unique historical and cultural artifact.