Beleg van Breda (blad linksonder), 1637 1637

"Beleg van Breda" is a 1637 etching by Dutch artist Balthasar Florisz. van Berckenrode, depicting the Siege of Breda, a pivotal moment in Dutch history. The print combines a detailed bird's-eye view of the siege with a heraldic cartouche featuring a female figure personifying the city of Breda and other allegorical figures. The meticulously rendered landscape and military formations highlight the strategic importance of Breda, while the cartouche underscores the historical and political significance of the event. This work is housed in the Rijksmuseum, providing a glimpse into the artistry and historical consciousness of the Dutch Golden Age.