Penning op het ontzet van Leiden, 1574 1721 - 1723

This anonymous etching from 1721-1723 depicts two medals commemorating the Siege of Leiden in 1574. The upper medal shows the Spanish general, Frederick of Toledo, fleeing from the city, while the lower medal shows the flooded city of Leiden with the Dutch fleet arriving. This artwork is a prime example of how artistic imagery was used to commemorate historical events and inspire patriotic sentiments. The detailed etching of the medals, with its intricate detail, captures the drama and significance of the Siege of Leiden, a pivotal event in Dutch history.