Gezicht op Dover Castle 1625 - 1677

"Gezicht op Dover Castle" (View of Dover Castle), created between 1625 and 1677 by Wenceslaus Hollar, depicts the imposing Dover Castle situated on a hilltop overlooking the English Channel. Hollar, a renowned Czech etcher, is known for his detailed and accurate depictions of landscapes and architecture. This etching, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, showcases the castle's fortified structure with a delicate yet precise style characteristic of Hollar's work. The distant horizon with a few ships adds depth and perspective to the composition, creating a compelling vista of this significant historical landmark.