Allegorie op de mislukte Franse aanslag op de stad Antwerpen 1583

This silver medal, created in 1583 by an anonymous artist, commemorates the failed French attack on the city of Antwerp. The medal, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts the French army fleeing in disarray with their leader, the Duke of Alençon, falling from his horse. The artwork serves as a testament to the city's resilience and the successful defense of its citizens against the French invasion. This small but historically significant piece is a powerful reminder of the events of 1583.