Wachtendonk bezet door de Spanjaarden, 1603 1613 - 1615

This anonymous etching, created between 1613 and 1615, depicts the Dutch fortress of Wachtendonk under Spanish occupation in 1603. The detailed bird's-eye view showcases the fortified town with its intricate network of ramparts, bastions, and moats, offering a glimpse into the strategic importance of this location during the Eighty Years' War. The inscription, "Wachtendonk bezet door de Spanjaarden, 1603", reveals the historical context of the artwork and its significance as a visual record of military occupation in the Netherlands. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a valuable historical and artistic document that allows us to visualize and understand the complexities of this crucial period in Dutch history.