Opstand van het Kaas- en Broodvolk te Haarlem, 1492 1749 - 1799

This anonymous engraving, *Opstand van het Kaas- en Broodvolk te Haarlem, 1492* (Uprising of the Cheese and Bread People in Haarlem, 1492), depicts a historical event that took place in Haarlem, Netherlands. The artwork, created between 1749 and 1799, is now housed in the Rijksmuseum. The print features a detailed scene of the city’s town hall, with a crowd of people participating in a riot, throwing objects and engaging in a conflict. The image offers a glimpse into Dutch history, capturing a moment of societal unrest during the late 15th century, with its depiction of a turbulent crowd in front of the town hall, conveying a sense of chaos and social upheaval.