Afkondiging van het Generaal Pardon, 1570 c. 1570 - 1572

Frans Hogenberg's etching, "Afkondiging van het Generaal Pardon, 1570" (c. 1570-1572), depicts the proclamation of a general pardon in the Netherlands. The print, which is now held at the Rijksmuseum, shows a crowd of figures gathered on a staircase, likely representing the public's response to the announcement. The detailed and intricate composition, typical of Hogenberg's style, highlights the importance of the event while emphasizing the architectural setting. The etching's historical significance lies in its portrayal of a pivotal moment in Dutch history during the Eighty Years' War.