Waarschuwing over Gods straf in de vorm van de pest die woedt in Amsterdam, 1654 1655

This 1655 engraving, titled "Waarschuwing over Gods straf in de vorm van de pest die woedt in Amsterdam," depicts a scene of the plague in Amsterdam. An angel hovers above a kneeling figure who pleads for mercy, while in the foreground, bodies lie strewn about. The artwork is a stark reminder of the devastating impact of the plague, which swept through Amsterdam in 1654. Created by an anonymous artist, the print showcases the suffering caused by the plague, serving as a warning against God's wrath. The detailed depiction of the plague victims and the accompanying text about the severity of the outbreak highlight the somber reality of the event and the fears of the population. The artwork is now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offering a glimpse into the Dutch Golden Age's anxieties and the city's vulnerability.