Plundering van Mechelen, 1572 1618 - 1624

This 17th century engraving, titled "Plundering van Mechelen, 1572," depicts the sacking of Mechelen, a city in Belgium, during the Eighty Years' War. The anonymous artist captures the chaos of the event, with soldiers looting and pillaging the city. The image is a powerful reminder of the brutality of war and the suffering it caused. The artist uses detailed linework and shading to create a sense of realism. "Plundering van Mechelen" is a significant artwork that sheds light on a pivotal moment in European history.