Schilderij van de plundering van Oudewater, 1575 1876

Eberhard Cornelis Rahms, a Dutch painter, created this detailed depiction of the Sack of Oudewater in 1575. This historical event, often referred to as the "Spanish Fury," was a pivotal moment in the Eighty Years' War. The artwork, created in 1876, portrays the chaos and destruction of the event, showcasing the Spanish forces attacking the fortified city. The viewer can observe a panoramic view of the battlefield, with soldiers fighting, buildings burning, and a thick plume of smoke rising from the city, creating a powerful visual representation of the war's brutality. Rahms's work, a testament to the impact of the Spanish Fury, offers a glimpse into a significant moment in Dutch history.