Veldslag bij Nyborg, 1659 1659

This 1659 engraving by Gaspar Bouttats depicts the Battle of Nyborg, a naval clash fought during the Second Northern War. The detailed scene shows the deployment of ships and soldiers with clear markings for each unit. The inscription and accompanying key identify key players and locations, making it a valuable historical document. The detailed perspective and meticulous representation of the battle’s layout, including the forested terrain and the fortified city, reflects the growing interest in detailed battle documentation during this period. This work is a notable example of the genre of battle maps, and a testament to Bouttats's skill in representing complex scenes with accuracy and clarity.