Schutterij van Leiden trekt op naar Grave, 1622 19th century

"Schutterij van Leiden trekt op naar Grave, 1622" is an etching by Emrik & Binger depicting a scene from the Siege of Grave in 1622. The print shows the Schutterij of Leiden, a civic militia, marching towards the besieged city of Grave in the Netherlands. The scene is depicted in a detailed and accurate manner, showcasing the military prowess of the Dutch forces. The print is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the events of the Thirty Years’ War and the role of the Schutterij in Dutch society.