Aanslag van de wederdopers te Amsterdam, 1535 1751 - 1781

"Aanslag van de Herdoepers op Amsterdam, in't Jaar 1535" (Attack of the Anabaptists on Amsterdam, in the Year 1535) is an etching by Dutch artist Simon Fokke, created between 1751 and 1781. This artwork depicts a historical event: the failed Anabaptist uprising in Amsterdam in 1535. The scene is filled with detail, including the buildings of Amsterdam, a group of fleeing Anabaptists, and fallen soldiers. The etching serves as a visual historical record of this significant event, showcasing Fokke’s skill in capturing both the drama and the historical context of the event. This etching is part of a series of prints that illustrate the history of the Netherlands. It is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.