Plundering van Mechelen, 1572 1613 - 1615

"Plundering van Mechelen, 1572" is an etching depicting the sacking of Mechelen, a city in Belgium, in 1572. Created by an anonymous artist between 1613 and 1615, the print captures the chaos and violence of the event, showcasing the plundering of the city by Spanish troops. The etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, portrays a detailed, panoramic view of the city with its buildings, streets, and a river, while the foreground depicts a group of people and horses transporting loot. The scene is imbued with a sense of urgency and chaos, reflecting the harrowing reality of the sacking.