Ontmoeting van Karel de Eenvoudige met Hendrik I de Vogelaar in 921 1839 - 1841

"Ontmoeting van Karel de Eenvoudige met Hendrik I de Vogelaar in 921" (1839 - 1841) by Johann Wilhelm (I) Kaiser depicts a historical meeting between King Charles the Simple of West Francia and King Henry the Fowler of Germany in 921. The black and white lithograph captures the moment of their encounter on a riverbank, with the two monarchs standing on a makeshift landing while their attendants watch. The scene captures a moment of historical significance, marking the beginning of a new era in European politics. This work is a prime example of historical art, focusing on a pivotal event with meticulous detail.