Grote kaart van het beleg van Den Bosch door Frederik Hendrik (blad middenonder), 1629 by Salomon Savery

Grote kaart van het beleg van Den Bosch door Frederik Hendrik (blad middenonder), 1629 1629

landscape illustration sketch

pen drawing

mechanical pen drawing

pen illustration

pen sketch

personal sketchbook

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

pen work

sketchbook drawing

"Grote kaart van het beleg van Den Bosch door Frederik Hendrik (blad middenonder)," is a detailed map of the Siege of 's-Hertogenbosch in 1629 by Dutch artist Salomon Savery. This map shows the layout of the city and its surrounding countryside, with elaborate detail on the fortifications and military camps. It highlights the importance of cartography in the 17th century as a strategic tool in warfare. The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam houses this remarkable piece of historical documentation, offering viewers insight into the Dutch Republic’s military campaigns and the impact of this crucial siege.