Fort Rammekens ingenomen, 1573 by Frans Hogenberg

Fort Rammekens ingenomen, 1573 c. 1574 - 1578

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toned paper

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pen sketch

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sketch book

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personal sketchbook

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ink drawing experimentation

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pen-ink sketch

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pen work

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watercolour illustration

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"Fort Rammekens ingenomen, 1573" is an engraving by Frans Hogenberg, created between 1574 and 1578. This artwork, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, depicts the capture of Fort Rammekens during the Eighty Years' War. The detailed depiction of the fort, soldiers, ships, and the surrounding landscape showcases Hogenberg's skill in capturing the scene's dynamism. The engraving's inscription in Dutch further adds context to the historical event, providing viewers with valuable insight into the Dutch Revolt and the siege of this strategic fort.

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