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Willem Baudartius (1565–1640), Simon Wynhoutsz. Frisius (1580–1629) – Siege and Capture of Hulst by Maurice of Nassau – Engraving (1591) - This historically significant engraving, titled Siege and Capture of Hulst by Maurice of Nassau, was created under the direction of Willem Baudartius and engraved by Simon Wynhoutsz. Frisius. Published in 1591, the artwork illustrates the strategic military operations during the Eighty Years' War, where Dutch forces, led by Maurice of Nassau, successfully besieged and captured the fortified town of Hulst from the Spanish. The engraving captures the detailed layout of the city, the troop movements, the fortifications, and the surrounding landscape with exceptional precision. Baudartius, a prominent Dutch Reformed minister and scholar, documented significant historical events during this tumultuous period, while Frisius's craftsmanship brings the conflict to life with vivid detail. This engraving was part of Baudartius's historical documentation of the Eighty Years' War. His publications, often accompanied by the work of skilled engravers like Frisius, provided detailed visual accounts of military events, political upheavals, and territorial changes in the Netherlands. His dedication to recording Dutch victories and conflicts contributed to the broader European understanding of the war for independence against Spanish rule.Willem Baudartius (1565–1640) was a Dutch Reformed minister, scholar, and historian known for his literary and translation work, as well as his documentation of historical events during the Eighty Years' War. Born in Flanders, Baudartius fled religious persecution to England, and later to the Northern Netherlands, where he became a prominent figure in the Dutch Reformed Church. He was also involved in the translation of the Dutch Bible at the Synod of Dordrecht in 1619. His historical writings and illustrated engravings captured the spirit and struggles of the Dutch independence movement.Artist or Maker:Willem Baudartius, Simon Wynhoutsz. FrisiusDimensions:17 cm x 22 cmMedium:EngravingDate:1591Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.