Vuurtoren van Alexandrië 1610 - 1638

This 17th-century engraving by Magdalena van de Passe, titled "Vuurtoren van Alexandrië", depicts the famous Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The print showcases the lighthouse's spiral design as well as its location within a bustling city. Van de Passe masterfully uses intricate detail to depict the architecture of Alexandria, with a focus on the lighthouse as a symbol of the city's maritime prowess. The engraving was likely commissioned as part of a series celebrating ancient wonders.