Slag bij Nieuwpoort, 1600 1601 - 1616

"Slag bij Nieuwpoort, 1600" is a detailed engraving by Floris Balthasarsz van Berckenrode, depicting the Battle of Nieuwpoort, a pivotal moment in the Eighty Years' War. Completed between 1601 and 1616, the print showcases a panoramic view of the battlefield, meticulously portraying the formations of both the Dutch and Spanish armies, ships at sea, and even the terrain. The artist's intricate rendering of the battle, complete with textual annotations, offers viewers a historical snapshot of this significant conflict. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.