The Siege of Groningen, 1672
The Siege of Groningen, 1672
About this piece
This captivating sheet showcases various scenes from the Siege of Groningen, which took place between July and August 1672. At the top, a detailed map of the city highlights the positions of the besieging troops. In the center, a smaller map of the city and its immediate surroundings is depicted on a lion's hide, flanked by personifications of Prudence and Strength. Below, a dramatic view captures the city of Groningen under heavy fire. Accompanying these illustrations is a four-column text that provides a thorough description of the events alongside legends marked A-T and 1-17.
Artist: Romeyn de Hooghe
Title: The Siege of Groningen, 1672
Date: 1672
Related tags: romeyn de hooghe, siege of groningen, 1672, historical maps, city under siege, prudence and strength
Dimensions: 2015 x 2718 (Nearest commonly-used ratio: 3:4)
Image file name: beleg_van_groningen_1672_2699efd2.jpeg
Image file size: 12189572
Time image uploaded: 2024-07-05T14:39:37.000Z
License: CC0 (Creative Commons 0)
Source: Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam