Bruiloft van Turenne en de inname van Stenay, 1591 1591 - 1593

This engraving from 1591 by Frans Hogenberg, shows the ‘Wedding of Turenne and the Capture of Stenay.’ Here, the organization of space and figures creates a dynamic interplay between celebration and conflict. Hogenberg uses linear perspective to draw the viewer’s eye from the foreground battle scene towards the distant city, connecting the wedding festivities with military conquest. The architecture on the right stands in stark contrast to the chaos of the battle on the left, highlighting the relationship between power, order, and violence. This contrast invites us to reflect on how events are framed and interpreted. Hogenberg masterfully manipulates space to present a complex vision where personal joy and political aggression coexist, prompting a critical examination of the values and meanings.