Slag op de Kauwensteinse dijk, 1585 1613 - 1615

This anonymous etching, "Slag op de Kauwensteinse dijk, 1585", depicts a historical naval battle, most likely referencing the Siege of Antwerp in 1585. The detailed, albeit small-scale artwork, depicts several ships engaged in combat, with smoke and cannon fire evident, while soldiers clash on the dike. The artist's focus on depicting the battle's dynamics and weaponry speaks to the importance of this event in Dutch history and the use of such imagery in illustrating narratives. The etching, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, is a valuable example of Dutch historical printmaking and serves as a visual record of this pivotal moment.