Aanhouding van prinses Wilhelmina bij Goejanverwellesluis, 1787 1787

This anonymous etching titled "Aanhouding van prinses Wilhelmina bij Goejanverwellesluis, 1787" depicts the arrest of Princess Wilhelmina of Prussia. The print, housed at the Rijksmuseum, captures a scene of the princess's capture, likely in 1787, at the Goejanverwellesluis lock in the Netherlands. It highlights a critical moment in Dutch history, a period marked by political turmoil and royal intrigue. The artwork offers a glimpse into the historical event through detailed engravings of individuals and the surrounding environment, allowing viewers to understand the narrative of the princess's arrest and the context of its occurrence.