Lofdicht op prins Willem III, 1673 1673

This 17th-century broadside, titled "Lofdicht op prins Willem III, 1673" (Ode to Prince William III, 1673), is a poem praising the young Prince of Orange. Created by an anonymous artist, the work is printed in Dutch, with a large, ornate capital letter 'Z' marking the start of the poem. This broadside is a testament to the importance of print culture during this period and demonstrates the power of language to celebrate figures of political and social importance. Found today in the Rijksmuseum, the work offers a glimpse into the world of 17th-century Dutch printmaking and the celebration of its leaders.