Bestraffing van Haarlem, 1573 1618 - 1624

"Bestraffing van Haarlem, 1573" is a 17th-century engraving depicting the brutal punishment inflicted upon the citizens of Haarlem following their resistance to Spanish rule in 1573. This anonymous artwork, created between 1618 and 1624, depicts a scene of public execution, showcasing the brutality of the Spanish siege and the consequences of rebellion. The graphic imagery, including hanging, beheading, and wheeling, highlights the cruel methods employed by the Spanish. The print's small size, measuring 175 mm in height and 135 mm in width, reflects its intended audience, likely a Dutch audience seeking to commemorate this pivotal event in their history.