Allegorie op de overwinning van de baron van Wassenaer in de Slag in de Sont, 1658 1658
anonymous
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light pencil work
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mechanical pen drawing
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pen sketch
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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pen-ink sketch
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pen work
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sketchbook drawing
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sketchbook art
"Allegorie op de overwinning van de baron van Wassenaer in de Slag in de Sont, 1658" is an anonymous etching that celebrates the victory of Baron van Wassenaer in the Battle of the Sound in 1658. The artwork depicts a triumphant Baron riding a seahorse and holding a trident, signifying his power and dominance over the sea. Above him, an angel blows a trumpet, heralding his victory, while cherubs adorn him with a wreath. The etching highlights the significance of this naval battle in Dutch history, portraying it as a divine victory. This artwork is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection and measures 246 mm in height and 316 mm in width.
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