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A tyrant on his throne while a man draws a sword
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A tyrant on his throne while a man draws a sword

anonymous · 1514 - 1531 · letterpress printing; houtsnede; paper

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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The hearts on the lap of the tyrant stand for oppression, and the locks over the mouths of the advisors for censorship. Print is part of an album.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
Subjects
printboekillustratiealbumbladrevolutionary councilattempt, political murderdictatorial government, tyranny'Tirannide' (Ripa)
Credit lineTiran op zijn troon terwijl een man een zwaard trekt. 1514 - 1531. anonymous. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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