Verovering van Olinda in Brazilië door generaal Hendrick C. Loncq, 1630 1649 - 1651

This anonymous 17th-century engraving depicts the 1630 Dutch conquest of Olinda, Brazil, by General Hendrick C. Loncq. The two-part illustration portrays the city of Olinda from a distance and a detailed view of the naval battle, showcasing numerous ships engaged in conflict. The artist, likely a Dutch printmaker, captures the historical significance of the event, portraying a key moment in the Dutch West India Company's colonial ambitions in South America. The image, with its meticulous detail and aerial perspective, is a valuable historical document and a compelling example of early 17th-century Dutch printmaking.