Beleg en verovering van Lingen, 1597 1621 - 1622
anonymous
#
pen drawing
#
mechanical pen drawing
#
pen sketch
#
old engraving style
#
personal sketchbook
#
ink drawing experimentation
#
pen-ink sketch
#
pen work
#
sketchbook drawing
#
sketchbook art
This 17th-century etching by an anonymous artist depicts the Siege of Lingen, a pivotal moment in the Eighty Years' War. The detailed illustration, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a bird's-eye view of the fortified city, showcasing the intricate military formations of both the besieging Dutch forces and the defending Spanish garrison. This historical representation of the conflict serves as a valuable record of military tactics and the strategic significance of the battle.
Comments
No comments
Be the first to comment and join the conversation on the ultimate creative platform.