Verovering van de stad Limburg, 1578 1645

Frans van den Wijngaerde's detailed etching, "Verovering van de stad Limburg, 1578," depicts the 1578 siege of the Dutch city of Limburg. The scene showcases the chaos of battle, with soldiers clashing amidst plumes of smoke and the fortified city in the background. The etching offers a historically significant glimpse into the Dutch Revolt, highlighting the strategic importance of Limburg and the intensity of the fighting. This work, created in 1645, is a testament to van den Wijngaerde's skill in capturing the drama and realism of historical events. The etching is now held in the Rijksmuseum.