print, engraving
dutch-golden-age
old engraving style
genre-painting
nude
engraving
Dimensions: height 122 mm, width 152 mm
Copyright: Rijks Museum: Open Domain
This anonymous print depicts a scene from 1535 in Amsterdam. It shows members of the Anabaptist movement running naked through the streets with their arms raised, while a building burns in the background. This event occurred during a period of extreme religious and social upheaval in Europe, and the Anabaptists were considered radical and heretical by mainstream society. They believed in adult baptism and communal living, which challenged traditional hierarchies. The act of public nudity was a symbolic rejection of earthly possessions and societal norms, but it also served to shock and challenge the established order. The fire in the background may allude to the persecution and violence faced by Anabaptists. The image captures a moment of intense religious fervor and social protest, and it reflects the complex interplay between religious belief, social identity, and political power. It leaves you to consider how people express their beliefs in times of social upheaval.
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