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nJohan Willem Friso, Prince of Orange-Nassau drowns while crossing the Moerdijk during heavy weather on July 14, 1711. The boat on which the Prince's carriage is standing capsizes and several people fall into the water.nnEtching and engraving by Bernard Picart (1673-1733) (or studio of), after own design. Manufactured ca. 1730.nnCatalog reference: FMH 3473-a.nSee also the copy in the Rijks Museum (object number RP-P-OB-83.330nnVery wide margins. Sizes entire print 40.5 x 53 cm. Dimensions representation 27.5 x 34.5 cm.nnTear in the margin at the bottom, edges of the margins a bit frayed. Fold as issued. The etching is otherwise in good condition.2023-02-20 15:40:35 2023-02-21 20:54:37 67023399
