Voorzitter Midderigh op weg naar de Nationale Vergadering, 1798 1802

Ludwig Gottlieb Portman's 1802 etching, "Voorzitter Midderigh op weg naar de Nationale Vergadering, 1798," depicts a pivotal moment in Dutch history. The print showcases the arrival of the President of the National Assembly, C. Midderigh, at the National Hotel, a significant event on January 20th, 1798. The composition highlights Midderigh, adorned in the attire of a high-ranking official, standing before a crowd of onlookers and soldiers. Portman's detailed rendering of architectural features and figures evokes a sense of historical accuracy, making this piece a valuable document of the Batavian Republic's early years.