View of the Army Encampment near Nivelles, Walloon Brabant Possibly 1674 - 1678

This pen and ink drawing by Barend Klotz depicts a detailed view of the Army Encampment near Nivelles, Walloon Brabant, possibly during the Franco-Dutch War (1672-1678). The artwork is a small, intimate sketch of the encampment, capturing the vastness of the military camp while still rendering individual tents, figures, and even a few small buildings. The landscape is subtly depicted, with the trees and fields providing a sense of scale and perspective. Klotz was a Dutch artist, and this work exemplifies his mastery of the medium, combining precise lines with a sense of movement and vitality. The sketch's detail makes it a valuable historical document for studying the life and logistics of armies in the 17th century.