Wreedheden in een dorp aan het water, 1672 1673

"Wreedheden in een dorp aan het water, 1672" is an etching by Dutch artist Romeyn de Hooghe, created in 1673. It depicts the brutality of war, specifically the 1672 French invasion of the Netherlands, and captures the chaos and suffering of the Dutch people. De Hooghe's use of intricate detail and stark contrasts creates a sense of realism, making the scene both compelling and disturbing. This work is a powerful reminder of the human cost of conflict, and its grim subject matter resonates with audiences even today.