Verovering van het Slot Pirlepont 1840 - 1884

"Verovering van het Slot Pirlepont" (The Capture of Pirlepont Castle) is a black and white print from 1840-1884 created by Johann Wilhelm (I) Kaiser. This artwork depicts a group of soldiers approaching a castle gate at night. A woman stands inside, holding a lantern. The dramatic scene of soldiers preparing to breach the castle gates highlights the tension and suspense of the scene. This work, found in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Kaiser's skill in capturing the historical and narrative details of an event.