Zeeslag voor Duinkerken, 1639 1639 - 1674

This anonymous etching, titled "Zeeslag voor Duinkerken, 1639," depicts a naval battle scene from the Dutch Golden Age, specifically the Battle of Dunkirk in 1639. The image shows numerous ships engaged in combat, with a focus on the victory of the Dutch fleet led by Admiral Maarten Tromp over the Spanish. This print, likely created between 1639 and 1674, captures the excitement and drama of this historical event, a testament to the Dutch naval power during this period. The artwork, measuring 254 mm in height and 230 mm in width, is now housed in the Rijksmuseum, providing valuable insight into the Dutch Republic's maritime history.