Alfons IV, koning van Portugal berispt door een raadsheer 1785

This 1785 engraving by Dutch artist Reinier Vinkeles depicts a dramatic scene from Portuguese history. King Afonso IV is being reprimanded by a councilor, surrounded by other figures in a richly decorated room. The scene conveys the tension and power dynamics of the royal court. Vinkeles' meticulous detail and skilled use of light and shadow create a sense of depth and realism in the composition. This artwork is housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcasing the history of the Portuguese monarchy through the lens of 18th-century Dutch engraving.