Lodewijk XVI naar de Temple gevoerd, 1792 1801

Reinier Vinkeles's "Lodewijk XVI naar de Temple gevoerd, 1792" (1801) depicts the transfer of King Louis XVI of France to the Temple prison in Paris. This historical engraving showcases the dramatic event, capturing the somber procession of soldiers escorting the king in a carriage through a crowd of onlookers. Vinkeles's detailed depiction of the architecture and figures provides a vivid glimpse into a pivotal moment in French history, reflecting the tumultuous events of the French Revolution. The print, now in the Rijksmuseum, is a valuable document of the era, offering insights into the political and social climate of the time.