Original lithographs dated 1844, with two scenes on the same sheet: the meeting of De Ruyter with De Witt on board and the English ships burning at their moorings. Both vignettes carry their caption in Dutch and the monogram C.L.
Original lithographs dated 1844, with two scenes on the same sheet: the meeting of De Ruyter with De Witt on board and the English ships burning at their moorings. Both vignettes carry their caption in Dutch and the monogram C.L.
In June 1667 Michiel de Ruyter's squadron went up the Medway and burned part of the English fleet at anchor; Cornelis de Witt, delegate of the States General, was aboard with him.
Medium: Lithograph
Date: 1844
Dimensions: 6.4 x 9.8 in (16.2 x 24.8 cm)
Condition: Good condition; paper somewhat yellowed, with a small tear along the lower edge.