Moord op de prins van Oranje, 1584 1618 - 1624

"Moord op de prins van Oranje, 1584" (1618-1624) is an anonymous engraving that depicts the assassination of William the Silent, Prince of Orange, in 1584. The artwork shows William being shot by Balthasar Gerards, who was hired by the Spanish King Philip II. The engraving is significant for its historical relevance as it captures a pivotal moment in Dutch history, illustrating the political turmoil and violence of the Eighty Years' War. The print uses a graphic style that highlights the dramatic events, with the details of the assassination clearly rendered. This piece offers a visual record of a key event that shaped the Netherlands' fight for independence.