Titelprent voor 'Het tooneel der vorstelycke gunstelingen' van Lambert van den Bos 1676

This 1676 etching by Romeyn de Hooghe, titled "Titelprent voor 'Het tooneel der vorstelycke gunstelingen' van Lambert van den Bos," is a dramatic depiction of a scene from a play. The print, which is now in the Rijksmuseum, shows a blindfolded woman, likely representing Justice, who is striking down a man with a sword. This is a scene of violence that depicts a moment of injustice and punishment. The artwork showcases de Hooghe's mastery of etching, a technique known for its fine lines and detailed imagery, which brings this poignant moment to life.