Slag op de Diemerdijk, 1573 1573 - 1575

"Slag op de Diemerdijk, 1573" is a 16th-century engraving depicting the Battle of Diemerdijk, which took place in 1573 during the Dutch Revolt against Spanish rule. This anonymous artwork showcases a detailed aerial view of the battle, with soldiers engaged in combat on land and ships maneuvering on the surrounding water. The engraving, held in the Rijksmuseum, provides a valuable historical record of this pivotal moment in Dutch history, and offers a glimpse into the visual language used to document important events during this turbulent period.