Gezicht op een fort bij Dessau 1646

This detailed engraving by Matthäus Merian depicts a bird's eye view of a fort near Dessau. Created in 1646, the print is a valuable historical record of military architecture. The fort, situated strategically on a river, is shown in meticulous detail, including its fortifications, buildings, and the surrounding landscape. The "Gezicht op een fort bij Dessau" exemplifies the precision and artistry of 17th-century mapmaking and provides valuable insights into the military structures of the period.