Slag op de Witte Berg bij Praag, 1620 1620 - 1622

Frans Hogenberg's "Slag op de Witte Berg bij Praag, 1620" is a detailed engraving depicting the Battle of White Mountain, a pivotal event in the Thirty Years' War. Created between 1620 and 1622, the artwork showcases the battle's key elements, including the opposing armies and the surrounding landscape. The engraving, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a historical snapshot of this significant conflict, illustrating the strategies and brutality of 17th-century warfare. The detailed portrayal of the battlefield, with its intricate formations of troops and cannon fire, offers viewers a glimpse into the realities of this historical event.