Zutphen ingenomen door Don Frederik, 1572 c. 1574 - 1578

Frans Hogenberg's "Zutphen ingenomen door Don Frederik, 1572" is a 16th-century engraving depicting the capture of the Dutch city of Zutphen by Spanish troops under the command of Don Frederick during the Eighty Years' War. The engraving, created between 1574 and 1578, offers a detailed and historically significant visual record of this pivotal event. The composition showcases the fortified city of Zutphen, with troops and tents surrounding its walls. Hogenberg's meticulous style, using intricate lines to represent soldiers, buildings, and landscapes, captures the drama and scale of the siege. This artwork serves as a testament to the power of visual storytelling in representing historical events and provides valuable insights into the dynamics of warfare in the 16th century.