Beleg van Saint Martin op het Île de Ré, juli-november 1627 (randwerk, deel middenonder) 1629 - 1631

This 17th-century engraving by Michel Lasne, titled "Beleg van Saint Martin op het Île de Ré, juli-november 1627 (randwerk, deel middenonder)," depicts a scene from the Siege of Saint-Martin-de-Ré, a pivotal event in the Franco-Spanish War. The artwork features an elaborate composition with a portrait of Gaston, Duke of Orléans, in an oval frame at the center, surrounded by ornate decorations, including weaponry, shields, flags, and a crown. The artist's attention to detail and the use of intricate engravings create a sense of grandeur and historical significance, capturing the essence of a crucial military conflict.