The Dutch Defeat at the Blokkersdijk, near Antwerp, 1605 c. 1610 - 1615

This anonymous 17th-century painting titled "The Dutch Defeat at the Blokkersdijk, near Antwerp, 1605" is a detailed depiction of a pivotal moment in the Eighty Years' War. The scene unfolds on the water, with a fleet of Dutch ships in the foreground, while a battle takes place on the shore. The city of Antwerp in the background, with its towers, adds a historical and geographical context to this evocative portrayal of the Dutch defeat. This 17th-century painting is a valuable piece of Dutch art, offering insight into a significant historical event in the country's history.