Verovering van Grave door Willem III, 1674 1673 - 1674
romeyndehooghe
rijksmuseum
print, engraving
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baroque
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dutch-golden-age
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landscape
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cityscape
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history-painting
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engraving
"Verovering van Grave door Willem III, 1674" is a detailed engraving by Romeyn de Hooghe depicting the Siege of Grave, a pivotal event in the Franco-Dutch War. Created between 1673 and 1674, the artwork shows a bird's-eye view of the city of Grave, with intricate details of the siege's military maneuvers. The presence of Willem III, Prince of Orange, highlights the importance of this event in Dutch history. This historical record, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a valuable insight into the strategies and complexities of 17th-century warfare.
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