Ontzet van Arras, belegerd door de Spanjaarden (middelste rij, plaat 4), 1654 1655

This detailed etching by Nicolas Cochin depicts the siege of Arras by the Spanish in 1654. The print is part of a larger series illustrating the campaigns of the French Army during the Thirty Years' War. Cochin's meticulous attention to detail and strategic overview of the battlefield make this artwork an important document for understanding military tactics and maneuvers during this era. The use of line and cross-hatching creates a sense of depth and perspective, highlighting the key features of the terrain and the positioning of the opposing forces. The detailed inscription of locations and troop movements adds to the historical significance of this print.