De begrafenisstoet van Frederik Hendrik (plaat nr. 9), 1647 1651

Pieter Nolpe created this etching in 1647, titled "De begrafenisstoet van Frederik Hendrik (plaat nr. 9)." Its stark, monochromatic lines capture the somber procession with meticulous detail. The composition unfolds as a frieze, dividing the figures into distinct groups. Notice the kettle drummers on the left, followed by trumpeters, each group distinguished by their instruments. Nolpe masterfully uses line and form to create a sense of depth and movement, guiding the viewer's eye across the scene. Each figure, though small, is rendered with attention to detail, from the folds of their garments to the expressions on their faces. This print serves not only as a historical record but also as a study in visual structure, where the artist uses the repetition of forms to convey the scale and solemnity of the event. The linear approach emphasizes the orderly nature of the procession, reflecting the structured society of the time.