Uittocht van het Spaanse garnizoen uit Hulst (linkerblad), 1645 1645

This etching by Pieter Nolpe depicts the departure of the Spanish garrison from Hulst in 1645. The scene, captured from a high vantage point, shows a vast procession of soldiers, horses, and wagons leaving the fortified city. The artist masterfully captures the scale and detail of the event, conveying the historical significance of the moment. The etching is part of a series documenting the Eighty Years' War and serves as a testament to the Dutch Republic's struggle for independence from Spain. This artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the complexities and triumphs of Dutch history.