Landschap met gezicht op Koblenz en Ehrenbreitstein 1643 - 1644

This landscape, etched by Wenceslaus Hollar, captures Koblenz and Ehrenbreitstein with a meticulous hand, freezing a moment in time. But look beyond the surface, and you'll notice a deeper narrative embedded within the depiction of the fortress. Perched atop the hill, it becomes a symbol of power and permanence, a visual echo of ancient strongholds that dot the landscapes of our collective memory. Think of the ziggurats of Mesopotamia, or the citadels of ancient Greece. This motif of elevated fortification transcends time and space, resurfacing again and again throughout history, with new meanings. The fortress, therefore, engages viewers on a subconscious level, stirring primal instincts tied to protection and dominance. It represents a non-linear, cyclical progression, evolving and taking on new meanings in different historical contexts.