Zeeslag bij Stromboli, 1676 1673 - 1676

This anonymous 17th-century print, titled "Zeeslag bij Stromboli, 1676", depicts a naval battle off the coast of Stromboli, Italy. Created between 1673 and 1676, the artwork depicts a dramatic scene of ships firing cannons and releasing smoke. The print is a valuable historical document, capturing the details of a specific maritime event in the 17th century, the "bloedige zeeslag," or bloody naval battle. The meticulous detail of the ships and the dramatic depiction of the battle make it a powerful piece of historical art. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.