Dood van Attila de Hun 1667

"Dood van Attila de Hun" (Death of Attila the Hun) is a 1667 etching by Abraham Dircksz. Santvoort, depicting the death of the infamous Hunnic leader Attila. The scene is set in a camp, with numerous tents surrounding a central platform where Attila's body lies. The image captures the somber atmosphere of mourning amidst a crowd of onlookers, while the title emphasizes the tragic nature of the event. This small etching, found in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Santvoort's skill in portraying historical events with dramatic detail.