Zeeslag op Schoonevelt, 14 juni 1673 1673

This 1673 engraving, created by an anonymous artist, depicts the naval battle of Schoonevelt, which took place on June 14, 1673. The scene is a detailed representation of the Dutch and French-English fleets clashing in the midst of a fierce battle, with plumes of smoke and cannon fire filling the air. The top of the engraving features portraits of the leaders of the Dutch fleet, including Michiel de Ruyter. This artwork is a visual record of a significant moment in Dutch naval history and demonstrates the importance of the sea battle to the Dutch identity. The work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into 17th-century maritime warfare.