Titelprent voor: Journael, of dagelijcksch Verhael van de handel der Franschen in de Steden van Uytrecht en Woerden, serdert hun koomst daer binnen, tot aan hun Vertrek, 1674 1672 - 1674
romeyndehooghe
rijksmuseum
print, engraving
baroque
mechanical pen drawing
old engraving style
personal sketchbook
history-painting
sketchbook art
engraving
pencil art
This etching by Romeyn de Hooghe is a title page for a journal about the French occupation of Utrecht and Woerden in 1674. The artwork is a mix of historical and symbolic imagery. The lower portion depicts scenes of the war, with soldiers and civilians involved in battle. Above, a winged figure holds a flaming torch, representing the destruction of the cities, while a woman and a man look on. The title of the journal is prominently displayed in the middle of the page, inviting readers to learn about this historical event. De Hooghe, known for his journalistic etchings, effectively uses his art to record the impact of the war on Dutch cities. This work offers a glimpse into the life and times of the Netherlands during the turbulent 17th century.
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