Ruïnes bij de Vismarkt te Brussel, 1695 1695

This etching by Richard van Orley, created in 1695, depicts the ruins of the Church of Saint Nicholas in Brussels. It shows the aftermath of the fire that destroyed the church and surrounding marketplace. The artwork provides a detailed view of the damage, with rubble and debris visible in the foreground. The presence of people in the scene adds a sense of scale and human impact, while the cloudy sky evokes a somber mood. This artwork is a valuable historical document, capturing the destructive effects of fire and the subsequent rebuilding efforts in Brussels.