This image, attributed to Pieter Wouwerman, depicts a historical battle scene, specifically the Storming of Coevorden in 1672. The artwork captures the intensity of the siege with soldiers and horses engaged in close combat around the fortress walls. Smoke from cannons and muskets fills the air, adding to the chaos and drama of the event. The scene is filled with a multitude of figures, emphasizing the scale and ferocity of the battle.
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