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PLAGUE: LEIDEN, 1574. The plague in Leiden, the Netherlands, during the Spanish siege of 1574. Line engraving by J. Orlers, 1614
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PLAGUE: LEIDEN, 1574. The plague in Leiden, the Netherlands, during the Spanish siege of 1574. Line engraving by J. Orlers, 1614
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1574 Bubonic Plague Carry Casket Child Corpse Dead Death Disease Dutch Dying Epidemic Hospital Leiden Litter Netherlands Plague Siege Spanish
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PLAGUE: LEIDEN, 1574. A haunting glimpse into the dark days of Leiden, the Netherlands, during the Spanish siege in 1574. This powerful line engraving by J. Orlers in 1614 captures the devastating impact of the bubonic plague that ravaged this Renaissance city. In this somber scene set within a Dutch hospital, we witness the late stages of disease taking its toll on both young and old. The air is heavy with despair as men, women, and children lie upon litters and caskets, their bodies weakened by sickness. Death lurks around every corner as corpses lay strewn about. The artist's attention to detail is strikingly vivid; each figure seems to bear a unique story of suffering etched upon their faces. Amidst this sea of despair stands a woman clutching her child tightly, her eyes filled with anguish for what lies ahead. This engraving serves as a stark reminder of how epidemics can bring even the mightiest cities to their knees. It symbolizes not only the physical toll but also the emotional devastation inflicted upon communities during times of crisis. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection, let us remember those who perished during these harrowing times and honor their memory by striving for resilience in our own lives.
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