Spotprent op het verlies van Breda, 1625 1625
anonymous
rijksmuseum
print, engraving
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narrative-art
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dutch-golden-age
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cityscape
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history-painting
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engraving
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realism
This anonymous Dutch broadside from 1625, titled "Spotprent op het verlies van Breda," depicts the surrender of Breda to the Dutch in 1625. The scene is a detailed visual account of the event, showcasing soldiers, horses, and wagons, including the iconic image of the key to Breda. This artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is an important historical document reflecting the complexities of the Thirty Years' War and the Dutch struggle for independence. It's a powerful representation of a pivotal moment in Dutch history, a testament to the nation's resilience and fight for self-determination.
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