Staatse troep verslagen op de Dam, 1577 1662 - 1665

This anonymous engraving from the 17th century depicts a scene of a battle in the Dam Square of Amsterdam in 1577. It portrays the Dutch victory over the Spanish forces, known as the "Spanish Fury", a significant event in the Eighty Years' War, and the subsequent liberation of the Netherlands. The engraving, featuring a detailed portrayal of the battle, showcases the artist's meticulous attention to detail, capturing the chaos and intensity of the historical event. This print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides valuable insight into the Dutch struggle for independence.