Zeeslag tussen de Zweedse en Deense vloten in de Belt, 1644 1644
anonymous
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pencil drawn
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aged paper
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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pen-ink sketch
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pencil work
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pencil art
This anonymous etching from 1644, titled "Zeeslag tussen de Zweedse en Deense vloten in de Belt, 1644", depicts a naval battle between the Swedish and Danish fleets in the Belt Sea. The detailed scene captures the chaos and intensity of the battle, showing ships firing cannons and engaging in close-quarters combat. This artwork, currently held in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into a crucial moment in the history of the Thirty Years' War, providing valuable insight into maritime warfare during that era.
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