Het slot Kronenburg, verwoest door de Fransen in 1672 1672 - 1676

Isaac Sorious's etching, "Het slot Kronenburg, verwoest door de Fransen in 1672", depicts the ruins of Kronenburg Castle after its destruction by the French in 1672. The print, created between 1672 and 1676, is a powerful visual testament to the devastation caused by the war. The detailed depiction of the crumbling walls and fallen debris, set against a stark, almost barren landscape, underscores the destructive power of conflict. The etching's somber tone and realistic detail evoke a sense of loss and desolation, capturing the lasting impact of the event on the Dutch landscape. This piece, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the historical reality of war and its impact on architecture and the lives of those who lived through it.