Zeeslag bij Cadiz, 1781 1782

This etching by Mathias de Sallieth, a Dutch artist known for his maritime scenes, depicts a naval battle near Cadiz in 1781. The print shows two ships engaged in intense combat, with smoke billowing from their cannons. This work, "Zeeslag bij Cadiz, 1781," is a fine example of Sallieth's detailed portrayal of historical naval battles and is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection in Amsterdam.