Zeeslag 1666

"Zeeslag" (Sea Battle), created in 1666 by renowned etcher Wenceslaus Hollar, depicts a naval engagement with remarkable detail. Hollar, a prolific artist known for his precise and intricate engravings, captures the dynamic scene with a vast array of ships. This etching, now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, showcases the artist's mastery of perspective and his ability to convey the scale and grandeur of such a historical event.