Beleg van Geertruidenberg, 1593 1607 - 1612

"Beleg van Geertruidenberg, 1593" is a 17th-century engraving by an anonymous artist, now housed in the Rijksmuseum. The print depicts the siege of Geertruidenberg, a Dutch city, in 1593, showcasing the city's fortifications and the surrounding landscape. This intricate, detailed artwork provides a valuable historical perspective on the siege and the city's defenses, and it also serves as an excellent example of 17th-century Dutch printmaking. The "Beleg van Geertruidenberg, 1593" demonstrates the precision and detail of these maps, offering a glimpse into the military strategies and tactics employed during the siege.