Beleg en inname van Den Bosch door Frederik Hendrik, 1629, (blad linksonder) by Cornelis (I) Danckerts

Beleg en inname van Den Bosch door Frederik Hendrik, 1629, (blad linksonder) 1630

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toned paper

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quirky sketch

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mechanical pen drawing

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pen sketch

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personal sketchbook

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ink drawing experimentation

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pen work

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This detailed etching by Cornelis Danckerts, titled "Beleg en inname van Den Bosch door Frederik Hendrik, 1629," depicts the Siege and Capture of 's-Hertogenbosch in 1629 by Frederick Henry, Prince of Orange. The artwork, created in 1630, uses a map-like format with a detailed layout of the city and surrounding terrain. It showcases the strategic elements of the siege, including the placement of troops and fortifications. The inclusion of smaller scenes, such as the construction of siege machinery, adds further context to the historical event. This etching stands as a significant historical document, showcasing the military prowess of Frederick Henry and the complexities of 17th-century warfare.

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