Zeeslag bij Gibraltar, 1705 1707 - 1720

"Zeeslag bij Gibraltar, 1705" is an etching by Dutch artist Pieter Schenk, created between 1707 and 1720. This detailed print depicts the naval battle that occurred near Gibraltar on March 21, 1705, highlighting the decisive victory of the Allied fleet against the French and Spanish. The scene features a vivid depiction of the ships engaged in combat, with explosions and billowing smoke adding a sense of dynamism. Schenk's keen attention to detail and realistic portrayal of the ships and their actions makes this an informative historical document as well as a striking piece of art. The print is currently located in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.