Beleg en verovering van Hulst door Frederik Hendrik (blad rechtsboven), 1645 1646
abrahamdirckszsantvoort
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mechanical pen drawing
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pen sketch
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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pen-ink sketch
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storyboard and sketchbook work
Abraham Dircksz. Santvoort's 1646 etching, "Beleg en verovering van Hulst door Frederik Hendrik (blad rechtsboven)", depicts the Siege of Hulst, a Dutch town, by Frederick Henry, Prince of Orange. The intricate detail showcases the strategic landscape and naval forces surrounding the town, highlighting the importance of waterways in 17th century warfare. This print is an example of the Dutch Golden Age’s interest in documenting historical events and exploring the beauty of maps. The artwork is currently on display at the Rijksmuseum.
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