Verovering van Nijmegen door de Franse legers op 8 juli 1672 1683 - 1694

"Verovering van Nijmegen door de Franse legers op 8 juli 1672" (Conquest of Nijmegen by the French Armies on July 8, 1672), created by Sébastien Leclerc I between 1683 and 1694, depicts the capture of the Dutch city of Nijmegen by the French army during the Franco-Dutch War. This etching showcases the city in the distance, with a detailed depiction of the French encampment below and the surrounding countryside. The ornate frame, with its winged figures and military paraphernalia, emphasizes the grandeur and significance of the event. This work is now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offering a valuable historical record of a key moment in European history.