Mishandeling van burgemeester Andries de Graaf, 1672 1779 - 1781

"Mishandeling van burgemeester Andries de Graaf, 1672" is a red chalk drawing by Dutch artist Simon Fokke. The artwork, which depicts a historical scene of the mistreatment of the mayor of the city of Brielle, is housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. The drawing, measuring just 80 mm high and 42 mm wide, illustrates a moment of historical significance, offering viewers a glimpse into Dutch history and the power dynamics of the 17th century. Fokke's meticulous detail and use of red chalk convey the intensity of the moment and the vulnerability of the subject.