Titelprent van serie gezichten in en om de stad Danzig 1625

This 1625 etching by Aegidius Dickmann, titled “Titelprent van serie gezichten in en om de stad Danzig,” depicts a panoramic view of the city of Danzig (now Gdańsk, Poland). The city is shown surrounded by a fortified wall and moat, with several prominent buildings and structures visible. The image is framed by a decorative archway, with figures flanking the left and right sides, and a text panel below. This work is an example of early modern cityscapes and exemplifies a popular genre of the time which focused on depicting the architecture and layout of urban centers. The scene is rendered with great detail, showcasing Dickmann's skill as an engraver. The etching is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.