Terechtstelling van Anne du Bourg, 1559 1570

"Terechtstelling van Anne du Bourg, 1559" is a 1570 woodcut by Jean Perrissin depicting the execution of Anne du Bourg, a French theologian, in 1559. The detailed scene, typical of the artist's work, shows du Bourg tied to a stake as he is burned at the stake. The artwork showcases the artist's keen eye for detail, as he portrays the crowd, the soldiers, and the setting of the execution. This depiction of a historical event highlights the tumultuous religious climate of 16th-century France and serves as a valuable historical document.