Rouwzang bij het overlijden van Willem V, 1806 1806

This is a broadside, also known as a broadsheet, printed by Jacobus Wendel in 1806, commemorating Willem V, Prince of Nassau-Orange, the former Stadtholder of the Netherlands. The broadside features a poem lamenting the death of Willem V, who died in Brunswick, Germany on April 9th, 1806. This artwork is a valuable historical document as it provides insight into Dutch mourning rituals and cultural practices in the early 19th century. The broadside, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, stands as a testament to the lasting impact of Willem V's reign and the societal grief felt at his passing.