Ontzet van Leiden, 1574 1614 - 1699

This anonymous etching, "Ontzet van Leiden, 1574," depicts the relief of Leiden in 1574 during the Eighty Years' War. The scene is a bustling one, filled with figures celebrating the arrival of food supplies by boat, a crucial moment in the siege of the city. The inscription, referencing "bread, food, and drink in Leiden," reinforces the importance of this event. This print, created between 1614 and 1699, provides a visual testament to a significant moment in Dutch history, highlighting the resilience and determination of the city's inhabitants.