Sevilla met vele figuren op de voorgrond 1593

This detailed engraving, "Sevilla met vele figuren op de voorgrond" (Seville with Many Figures in the Foreground), created in 1593 by Frans Hogenberg, showcases a bird's-eye view of the Spanish city of Seville. Hogenberg, a renowned cartographer and engraver, produced this work as part of a larger series documenting European cities. The engraving features a panoramic cityscape of Seville in the background, while the foreground depicts a lively scene of figures on horseback and foot, emphasizing the daily life of its inhabitants. The intricate detail and meticulous rendering of buildings, landscapes, and figures makes this engraving a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into the city's urban structure and social interactions in the late 16th century. The engraving is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.