Beleg van de schans Papenmuts, 1622 1623 - 1625

Frans Hogenberg's "Beleg van de schans Papenmuts, 1622" (1623-1625) is a detailed engraving depicting the siege of the Papenmuts fort in the Netherlands. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a visual record of the Dutch Golden Age military strategies, showcasing the fort's layout, surrounding landscape, and attacking forces. Hogenberg, a renowned engraver, captured the event with meticulous detail, using lines to depict the topography, ships, and soldiers. This historical print is a valuable glimpse into a pivotal moment in Dutch history and a testament to Hogenberg's skill in conveying complex scenes with precision.