Parma steekt bij Caudebec de Seine over, 1592 1592 - 1594

Frans Hogenberg's "Parma steekt bij Caudebec de Seine over, 1592" depicts the crossing of the Seine River by Alessandro Farnese, Duke of Parma, during the Eighty Years' War in 1592. This detailed woodcut, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, presents a bird's-eye view of the battle, showcasing the meticulous illustration of soldiers, horses, and the river itself. The piece is an important historical record, capturing a pivotal moment in the long conflict between the Netherlands and Spain.