De zelfopoffering van burgemeester Pieter van der Werff, 1574 1875

"De zelfopoffering van burgemeester Pieter van der Werff, 1574" is an 1875 historical painting by Dutch artist Jan Goedeljee depicting a pivotal moment in the Dutch Revolt. The artwork focuses on the self-sacrifice of Pieter van der Werff, the mayor of Leiden, who offered his own life to protect the city from Spanish siege in 1574. The painting portrays a dramatic scene of the mayor standing before a crowd of distraught citizens, with soldiers and officials present. The work captures the desperation and hope of the besieged city, offering a glimpse into a crucial period in Dutch history.