Spaanse Armada in het Kanaal, 1588 c. 1588 - 1591

"Spaanse Armada in het Kanaal, 1588" is a 16th-century engraving by Frans Hogenberg, depicting the Spanish Armada in the English Channel in 1588. This detailed and historically accurate artwork shows the vast fleet of Spanish ships in the English Channel, and is a testament to Hogenberg's talent as a cartographer and artist. Hogenberg was a prolific engraver and mapmaker and created numerous works depicting historical events. This artwork is a valuable historical record of the Spanish Armada, which was a significant naval battle that marked a turning point in European history. The engraving is part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam and is a fascinating insight into 16th-century naval warfare.