Gezicht op Tata 1686

Gaspar Bouttats's etching, "Gezicht op Tata" (1686), depicts a panoramic view of Tata, a fortified town in Hungary. The artwork captures the grandeur of the fortress with its high walls, towers, and a drawbridge over a moat. The town is situated on a peninsula, surrounded by water. Below, a group of mounted figures, possibly Turkish cavalry, ride across the landscape. This print, a testament to Bouttats's mastery of detail and perspective, showcases the artist's fascination with the rich landscape and culture of Hungary during the 17th century.