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The Siege of Buda in 1541, 1686 (engraving)
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The Siege of Buda in 1541, 1686 (engraving)
CZA228784 The Siege of Buda in 1541, 1686 (engraving) by Hooghe, Romeyn de (d.1708); 45.4x56 cm; Czartoryski Museum, Cracow, Poland; (add.info.: seizing of Buda from Turks, who had invaded under Suleyman the Magnificent in 1541; Charles V, Duke of Lorraine (1643-90); ); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 18253651
© Czartoryski Museum, Cracow, Poland / Bridgeman Images
Capture Explosion Gunfire Habsburg Hapsbourg Hungarian Invasion River Danube Soliman Suleiman Hapsburgs
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This engraving, titled "The Siege of Buda in 1541" takes us back to a significant moment in history. The image depicts the intense battle that unfolded during the siege of Buda, a city invaded by the Turks under Suleyman the Magnificent in 1541. The artist, Romeyn de Hooghe, skillfully captures the chaos and drama of this historical event. In this print, we see soldiers from different factions engaged in fierce combat within the fortified walls of Buda. The Habsburg troops led by Charles V, Duke of Lorraine can be seen valiantly fighting against their Turkish adversaries. Gunfire fills the air as explosions rock both sides of the conflict. Lasting for an arduous 75 days, this siege was not without its challenges. However, through sheer determination and strategic planning, Charles V's forces managed to capture Buda from the Turks along with their leader Suleyman. The scene is set against a backdrop dominated by the majestic River Danube and an urban landscape ravaged by war. This engraving serves as a testament to both Hungarian resilience and Habsburg military prowess. Now housed at Czartoryski Museum in Cracow, Poland; this artwork allows us to glimpse into a pivotal moment when power dynamics shifted on European soil. It reminds us of how history unfolds through battles fought and won – each leaving its mark on our collective memory.
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