Maarten Tromp vóór de aanvang van de zeeslag bij Duins, 1639 before 1894

This anonymous print, “Maarten Tromp vóór de aanvang van de zeeslag bij Duins, 1639,” depicts the Dutch admiral Maarten Tromp on the deck of his ship before a naval battle. This historical scene, in which the Dutch fleet is engaged in battle with the English fleet, captures the tension and anticipation of a major battle. The print, part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum, showcases the Dutch Golden Age, highlighting the importance of maritime power in the 17th century. This print, likely created before 1894, is an example of the popular historical genre that flourished in 19th century art.