Driedaagse Zeeslag voor de Engelse zuidkust tussen de Staatse vloot onder Tromp en de Engelse vloot onder Blake, 1653 1654 - 1656

This anonymous engraving, created between 1654-1656, depicts the Three Days' Battle, a naval engagement that took place off the coast of England in 1653. The battle pitted the Dutch fleet under Admiral Maarten Tromp against the English fleet under Admiral Robert Blake. The engraving captures the chaos and intensity of the battle, showing a multitude of ships engaged in fierce combat. The detailed depiction of the ships and their formations provides a valuable insight into the naval tactics of the 17th century. This artwork is an important historical document, offering a visual record of a pivotal event in Anglo-Dutch relations.