Maurits neem de schans Sint-Andries in, 1600 1600 - 1602

"Maurits neem de schans Sint-Andries in, 1600", a 1600-1602 engraving by Frans Hogenberg, depicts the Siege of Sint-Andries, a crucial event in the Eighty Years' War. The detailed artwork, housed at the Rijksmuseum, shows a panoramic view of the battle, capturing the strategic maneuvers and the surrounding landscape. The intricate detail of the soldiers, fortifications, and the winding river provides a valuable historical record of this significant battle. The artwork is a fascinating example of 16th-century military cartography, a genre that combines artistic skill with historical documentation.