Lier ingenomen en verlaten door het Staatse leger, 1595 1595 - 1597

This anonymous etching, titled "Lier ingenomen en verlaten door het Staatse leger, 1595," depicts a bird's-eye view of the city of Lier, Belgium, during its capture by the Dutch States Army in 1595. The detailed cityscape provides an insightful visual representation of the town's layout, encompassing its fortifications, streets, and prominent buildings. The artwork's focus on a specific historical event emphasizes the significance of Lier's siege in the wider context of the Eighty Years' War. The print is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.