Verovering van Kampen, 1578 c. 1581 - 1585

This engraving by Frans Hogenberg depicts the capture of Kampen in 1578 by the States of Holland, a pivotal moment in the Dutch Revolt against Spanish rule. This detailed artwork, created between 1581 and 1585, showcases the strategic siege of the city, with soldiers and siege equipment arrayed before its fortified walls. The scene is captured with remarkable clarity, highlighting the historical event in the Netherlands' struggle for independence, a defining period of the 16th century.