Battle for Liège, plate 8 from Historical Scenes from the Life of Emperor Maximilian I from the Triumphal Arch c. 1515 - 1520

"Battle for Liège", a woodcut from the series "Historical Scenes from the Life of Emperor Maximilian I from the Triumphal Arch", depicts a scene of battle between the forces of Emperor Maximilian I and the rebellious citizens of Liège, c. 1515-1520. The artwork, created by Wolf Traut, showcases the dramatic intensity of the conflict, with soldiers clashing in a chaotic melee. The scene unfolds against a backdrop of a walled city, suggesting the importance of the battle to control the region. This woodcut exemplifies the artistic conventions of the period, with its detailed depiction of figures and armor, creating a powerful visual representation of history. The work is now in the collection of The Art Institute of Chicago.