Belegering van een kasteel 1831 - 1897

"Belegering van een kasteel" (Siege of a Castle) is a lithograph created by Martinus Antonius Kuytenbrouwer jr. in 1831. It depicts a scene of a castle perched high on a cliff overlooking a river, with a large encampment of tents below. The image, now housed at the Rijksmuseum, highlights Kuytenbrouwer's skill in depicting realistic detail and perspective. It uses light and shade to create depth, giving the viewer a sense of being present at the scene. This lithograph is a fine example of the artist's work, reflecting his interest in historical and military subjects.