Zeeslag met de Spaanse Armada, 1588 1613 - 1615

This anonymous engraving, "Zeeslag met de Spaanse Armada, 1588," depicts the pivotal naval battle between the English and Spanish fleets in 1588. Created between 1613 and 1615, the artwork provides a detailed, if somewhat stylized, representation of the engagement, showcasing the numerous ships involved and the smoke and chaos of the conflict. The image is a testament to the importance of the Armada's defeat in shaping Dutch and English national identities. The work's small size belies its significant historical context. The Rijksmuseum houses this engraving, which exemplifies the genre of battle scene prints popular in the early modern period.