La Hollande accepte la paix et se détache de l'Allemagne et de l'Espagne 1678 Cintre de la Galerie du côté du Salon de la Paix (Holland Accepts Peace and Detaches Itself from Germany and Spain 1678, Center of the Gallery next to the Salon of Peace) [pl. 33]

La Hollande accepte la paix et se détache de l'Allemagne et de l'Espagne 1678 Cintre de la Galerie du côté du Salon de la Paix (Holland Accepts Peace and Detaches Itself from Germany and Spain 1678, Center of the Gallery next to the Salon of Peace) [pl. 33]

Jean-Baptiste Massé

1752

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This engraving shows a chaotic scene with people in dramatic poses. A woman in the center kneels, holding a child, while others around her react with fear or anger. Some figures are on the ground, weapons scattered nearby. A building burns in the background, with dark smoke swirling above. The title hints this scene marks a historic moment—Holland breaking away in 1678. The artist used fine lines to create shadows and texture, giving the image depth. Try looking up engraving to see how artists like this made detailed prints.

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