Geknielde koning Richard II vergezeld door Johannes de Doper, koning Edmund en koning Eduard de Belijder 1639

This etching by Wenceslaus Hollar, completed in 1639, features a kneeling King Richard II flanked by Saint John the Baptist, King Edmund and King Edward the Confessor. The composition of the piece suggests a prayerful scene with the saints acting as intercessors for Richard. Hollar was known for his detailed engravings and meticulous representations of historical figures, and this piece exemplifies his skill in capturing the regality of his subjects. The image's inscription refers to Richard's lineage and the royal family's patron saints, providing historical context and highlighting the symbolic importance of the figures depicted. The work can be found at the Rijksmuseum.