Tekstblad met de lijkklacht bij de begrafenis van Willem Lodewijk, graaf van Nassau, in de Grote Kerk te Leeuwarden, 1620 1620
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This printed broadside, created by Jan Jansz Starter in 1620, is a poignant tribute to Willem Lodewijk, Count of Nassau. The artwork, titled "Tekstblad met de lijkklacht bij de begrafenis van Willem Lodewijk, graaf van Nassau, in de Grote Kerk te Leeuwarden, 1620", is a testament to the art of mourning and commemoration. It is housed in the Rijksmuseum, and features an intricate, black-and-white print of a funeral elegy, highlighting the Dutch tradition of paying respects to prominent figures through printed tributes. The broadside is a glimpse into historical Dutch art, specifically the genre of mourning broadsides, and a testament to the artistry of Jan Jansz Starter.
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