De ontvangst van vijf Spaanse ambassadeurs te Den Haag voor de onderhandelingen over het Bestand, februari 1609 1734 - 1801

Jacobus Buys's drawing, "De ontvangst van vijf Spaanse ambassadeurs te Den Haag voor de onderhandelingen over het Bestand, februari 1609," depicts a scene from Dutch history, where five Spanish ambassadors arrive in The Hague for negotiations. Dated 1734-1801, the drawing captures the moment of their arrival, highlighting the importance of this historical event. The detailed composition, featuring a large group of figures and a backdrop of buildings and trees, showcases Buys's skill in capturing a significant moment in time. The drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into 17th-century Dutch society and diplomacy.