Great Church Haarlem stormed Protestants 1578
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Great Church Haarlem stormed Protestants 1578
The Great Church in Haarlem stormed by Protestants, 1578 The Great Church in Haarlem, overwhelmed by the Soldiers, in the year 1578 (title on object), Church interior of the Great Church in Haarlem, now the St. Bavo church, with looting figures. On the left in the foreground the priest is overpowered, interior of church, looting or churchbuilding, convent, etc, Sint-Bavokerk, Simon Fokke (mentioned on object), Amsterdam, 1729 - 1766, paper, etching, h 169 mm × w 206 mm
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Media ID 19540272
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1578 1729 1766 Church Interior Convent Foreground Great Church Haarlem Looting Priest Simon Fokke Soldiers St Bavo Church Title Mentioned Overwhelmed Protestants
EDITORS COMMENTS
The captivating print captures a significant historical event known as the "Great Church Haarlem stormed by Protestants in 1578". The image showcases the interior of the Great Church, now called St. Bavo church, filled with chaos and turmoil. Looting figures can be seen scattered throughout the scene, symbolizing the destruction caused during this tumultuous period. In the foreground on the left side, a priest is depicted being overpowered by soldiers, emphasizing their dominance and control over religious institutions. This powerful visual representation highlights how religion became entangled with political conflicts during that time. The artist behind this remarkable etching is Simon Fokke from Amsterdam, who created it between 1729 and 1766. Fokke's attention to detail brings life to every element within the composition, allowing viewers to immerse themselves in this pivotal moment of history. This print serves as a reminder of how religious tensions can shape societies and alter cultural landscapes. It invites us to reflect on past events while appreciating art's ability to preserve historical narratives for future generations.
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