De grote zeeslag bij Duins (plaat 2), 1639 1640 - 1643

Claes Jansz. Visscher's etching, "De grote zeeslag bij Duins (plaat 2)," depicts the second plate of a series illustrating the Battle of the Downs in 1639. The dramatic scene captures the intense naval conflict between Dutch and Spanish fleets, highlighting the chaos and power of the event. The etching, created between 1640 and 1643, showcases Visscher's mastery of detail and his ability to depict the movement and action of ships at sea. This artwork is a significant example of 17th-century Dutch art, providing valuable historical and artistic insight into this pivotal naval battle.