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Willem Baudartius – Skirmish Near Ghent (Gand), Belgium – From “Les Guerres de Flandres” – Engraving (1616) - This antique engraving, plate 145, illustrates the military skirmish near the city of Ghent (Gand) on August 29, 1582, during the turbulent wars in the Spanish Netherlands. The detailed scene shows troops in battle formation, city fortifications, cavalry charges, and artillery positions, with the fortified city clearly labeled and windmills in the surrounding countryside. The image is part of the historical series “Les Guerres de Flandres, ” attributed to Willem Baudartius and engraved by Frans Hogenberg, originally published in 1616. The engraving captures the energy and topographical precision characteristic of early 17th-century military prints.Artist or Maker: Frans Hogenberg after Willem BaudartiusDimensions: 24 cm x 32 cmMedium: EngravingDate: 1616Condition 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.