Titelprent voor prentwerk: Les Forces de l'Europe, Asie, Afrique et Amerique (...) Comme aussi les Cartes des Côtes de France et d'Espagne (deel III), 1726 1726

This 1726 etching by Jan van Vianen, titled "Titelprent voor prentwerk: Les Forces de l'Europe, Asie, Afrique et Amerique (...) Comme aussi les Cartes des Côtes de France et d'Espagne (deel III)" is a dynamic and detailed scene depicting military forces. The print likely served as an illustration for a larger publication, highlighting the military strength of different nations. The composition is complex, featuring figures in various poses and a distant landscape. It is a testament to the artistic skill of Jan van Vianen, who was known for his intricate and detailed etchings. This engraving, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the military and geopolitical context of the early 18th century.