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Anabaptists Attacked
The Spanish governor orders an attack on a body of Anabaptists who have occupied the cloister of Bolswear, in the Netherlands. Date: 9 April 1535
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1535 Anabaptists Attack Attacked Body Cloister Governor Netherlands Occupied Orders Sects
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Bring history to life with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece, "Anabaptists Attacked," depicts a pivotal moment in history as the Spanish governor orders an assault on a group of Anabaptists occupying the cloister of Bolswear in the Netherlands, on 9 April 1535. With exquisite detail and vivid colors, this Rights Managed image from Mary Evans Prints Online transports you back in time. Each Canvas Print is expertly crafted with a wrap-around design, high-quality canvas, and archival inks, ensuring a beautiful and long-lasting addition to your home or office decor. Add this powerful and thought-provoking piece to your collection and relive history in a whole new way."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This haunting image captures the moment of violence and chaos as Spanish forces, under the orders of Governor Sánchez de Tovar, launch an attack on a group of Anabaptists who had occupied the cloister of Bolswear in the Netherlands on April 9, 1535. Anabaptists were a radical Protestant sect who rejected the established Catholic Church and believed in adult baptism, leading to their persecution by the Spanish authorities. The cloister, once a place of peace and tranquility, now serves as a fortified stronghold for the Anabaptist community. Men, women, and children huddle together, their faces etched with fear and determination, as they prepare to defend themselves against the advancing Spanish soldiers. The governor, standing at the forefront of the attackers, gives the order to charge, his expression stern and resolute. The attack was a brutal and bloody affair, with many Anabaptists killed or captured. Those who survived were either forced to recant their beliefs or were exiled from the Netherlands. The event marked a significant turning point in the history of Anabaptism in Europe, as the sect was driven underground and forced to go into hiding. This powerful image serves as a poignant reminder of the religious conflicts that plagued Europe during the Reformation era, and the devastating consequences of intolerance and persecution. It also highlights the resilience and determination of those who refused to conform to the religious orthodoxy of their time, even in the face of overwhelming opposition.
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