Soldaten bestormen een kasteel 1666

"Soldaten bestormen een kasteel" (Soldiers storm a castle) is an etching by Abraham Dircksz. Santvoort from 1666. This small-scale artwork depicts a scene of soldiers scaling a castle wall with ladders, while other soldiers wait below. The artist's use of hatching creates a sense of depth and movement, capturing the chaos and energy of the battle. This piece is part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum, a testament to the artistic landscape of 17th-century Holland. Santvoort, known for his historical scenes and battle depictions, provides insight into the artistic expressions of conflict during the Dutch Golden Age.