Allegorie op de Noordse oorlog, 1700 1700

"Allegorie op de Noordse oorlog, 1700," is a 1700 etching by Pieter van den Berge depicting the allegory of the Northern War (1700-1721). This etching features an intricate composition of animals representing various European nations, with a focus on the power struggle between Sweden (represented by a lion) and Denmark (represented by a unicorn). The piece, now located at the Rijksmuseum, showcases van den Berge's mastery of detail and his ability to convey complex political themes through symbolic imagery.