Ontsnapping van Hugo de Groot in de boekenkist uit Slot Loevestein, 1621 1621

This anonymous etching from 1621 depicts the fortified castle of Loevestein, located in the Netherlands. The piece is titled "Ontsnapping van Hugo de Groot in de boekenkist uit Slot Loevestein, 1621," which translates to "Hugo Grotius' Escape from Loevestein Castle in a Bookcase, 1621." The etching captures the castle as it was in 1621, showcasing the castle's defensive structures and surrounding moat. The work serves as a visual record of a historical event, Hugo de Groot's escape from captivity in Loevestein Castle. This etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the architecture and setting of this significant historical landmark.