Print Description
Multiple allegorical scenes illustrating the defeat and humiliation of the Dutch Republic during the Rampjaar (1672). Central figures include Louis XIV, the Bishop of M?nster, the Dutch Lion, and the Dutch Maiden, with symbolic references to Catholic oppression and Protestant struggles.
Made by attributed to Romeyn de Hooghe after Gaspar Bouttats, Le Poffre.
Medium: Etching and engraving on hand laid (verge) paper.
Sheet size: 14 x 23.3 cm (5.51 x 9.17 inch).
Condition: good, given age. Light fooxig. Remains of previous attachment. Small holes in margins from binding. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
DUTCH SATIRE, RAMPJAAR 1672, FRANCO-DUTCH WAR, POLITICAL CARICATURE, LOUIS XIV, BISHOP OF M?NSTER, PROTESTANTISM, ALLEGORY OF DEFEAT, CATHOLIC CHURCH.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Part of “Eenige Spot-Printen der Francen tegen de Hollanders,” 1673.
Reference: Frederik Muller, FMH 2514-b/II, Atlas van Stolk.
Biography engraver: Romeyn de Hooghe (1645-1708) was an important and prolific late Dutch Baroque engraver and caricaturist. De Hooghe was skilled as an etcher, draughtsman, painter, sculptor and medalist. He is best known for political caricatures of Louis XIV and propagandistic prints supporting William of Orange. During his career, de Hooghe produced over 3500 prints. He also illustrated books, and his illustrations can be found in some of the most important texts of his period.
Biography artist: Gaspar Bouttats (1612-1690, Southern Netherlands) and Le Poffre (active in Paris, late 17th century), known for allegorical and satirical depictions.
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