Beleg van Haarlem, 1572-1573 (middenblad) by Hendrik Spilman

Beleg van Haarlem, 1572-1573 (middenblad) 1742 - 1779

aged paper

light pencil work

pencil sketch

old engraving style

sketch book

personal sketchbook

sketchwork

pen-ink sketch

sketchbook drawing

pencil work

This detailed engraving by Hendrik Spilman, titled "Beleg van Haarlem, 1572-1573 (middenblad)," depicts a bird's-eye view of the siege of Haarlem during the Dutch Revolt. Created between 1742 and 1779, the artwork showcases the fortified city, with its surrounding countryside, and the Spanish siege lines. The intricate detail and accurate perspective of the engraving contribute to its historical and artistic significance. The artwork is currently on display at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.