Hier ziet ge de kleedij, der mannen die voor dezen, / Bij menig groote strijd de vijand deden vreezen 1850 - 1870

This 19th-century print, “Hier ziet ge de kleedij, der mannen die voor dezen, / Bij menig groote strijd de vijand deden vreezen”, created by P.C.L. van Staden & Co. and housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases nine illustrations of military figures on horseback. Each figure, depicted in a dynamic pose, is accompanied by a short Dutch poem, likely describing their military achievements. This print, an example of 19th-century Dutch illustrative art, highlights the cultural importance of military figures and storytelling in this period. The print's lively composition and detailed portrayals offer a glimpse into the aesthetics and values of the time.