De wederdopers bezetten de Dam, 1535 1650 - 1699

"De wederdopers bezetten de Dam, 1535" is an anonymous 17th-century etching depicting the Anabaptist uprising in Amsterdam in 1535. The scene shows a group of Anabaptists being attacked by armed soldiers in the Dam square. The etching is notable for its detailed portrayal of the event, including the buildings, the costumes of the participants, and the weapons used. The artist’s use of a dark, dramatic palette underscores the severity of the situation and the violence that occurred.