Aanslag op Bergen op Zoom verijdeld, 1581 c. 1581 - 1585

"Aanslag op Bergen op Zoom verijdeld, 1581" is a 16th-century engraving by Frans Hogenberg, depicting the foiled attack on the Dutch city of Bergen op Zoom in 1581. The detailed scene shows soldiers in a street battle, with buildings and a cannon in the background. Hogenberg's masterful use of line and detail, capturing the chaos of the moment, exemplify his skill as a printmaker and chronicler of events. This work provides a glimpse into the turbulent history of the Dutch Revolt, a period of intense conflict. This engraving, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, is a testament to the power of visual storytelling in capturing historical moments.