Bombardement van Ratzeburg, 1693 1693 - 1696

This anonymous etching, "Bombardement van Ratzeburg, 1693," depicts the strategic bombardment of the German town of Ratzeburg in 1693 during the Nine Years' War. The intricate detail of the map-like drawing, with its numerous cannonballs and military ships, offers a unique perspective on the historical event. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, highlights the use of military cartography in 17th century Europe, as well as the devastating impact of warfare on civilians.