Turfschip van Breda, 1590 1752

This etching by Dutch artist Simon Fokke depicts the capture of the Breda Castle by the Dutch in 1590. The scene shows a ship, called a "Turfschip," pulling up to the castle's walls. Soldiers are shown on the ship and on land, illustrating the event. Fokke's work was intended to commemorate this significant event in Dutch history. The fine detail and historical accuracy of the artwork make it a valuable historical record of the event and the city of Breda.