The dead body of Philip van Artevelde

This engraving depicts the death of Philip van Artevelde, the Flemish leader of the Ghent revolt against the Count of Flanders and French royal authority in the late 14th century. The scene shows him on a battlefield, surrounded by fighters, banners, and fallen bodies, evoking the violence of the clashes between Flemish militias and lordly forces. The image emphasizes the social and political tensions within the Flemish towns, as well as the role of popular leaders in medieval urban revolts.