Beleg van Wenen in 1683 1694

"Beleg van Wenen in 1683" is an etching by Dutch artist Justus van den Nijpoort, created in 1694. This detailed print depicts the Siege of Vienna in 1683, a pivotal moment in European history where Ottoman forces laid siege to the city for two months. The etching offers a panoramic view of the battle, showcasing the city of Vienna in the distance and a chaotic scene of combat in the foreground, featuring soldiers on horseback engaged in fierce fighting. Van den Nijpoort's etching, with its meticulous depiction of historical events, exemplifies the popularity of battle scenes in 17th-century art.