Beleg van Oostende: verovering van de forten in de polder door het Spaanse leger, 1603 1603 - 1615

This 17th-century engraving, part of a series depicting the Siege of Ostend, shows the Spanish army capturing the forts in the polder during the Eighty Years' War. Created by an anonymous artist, this detailed print illustrates the military tactics and maneuvers employed during the siege. The use of linework and perspective provides a clear representation of the fortifications and the movement of troops, making it a valuable historical document. The inscription in the upper left corner highlights the significance of the event, emphasizing the prowess of the Spanish forces under Archduke Albert of Austria. This artwork is held in the Rijksmuseum and provides a glimpse into the brutal realities of warfare during the Dutch Golden Age.