Capricci di varie battaglie

1635

Johann Wilhelm Baur

Associated Names
Johann Wilhelm Baur

Artist, German, 1607 - 1641

This drawing shows a battle scene with cannons and soldiers. It features mounted and foot soldiers among several large, wheeled cannons. A rider on horseback surveys the scene, looking back at the line of artillery. The cannons are lined up in a row, with cannonballs scattered on the ground nearby. Soldiers stand behind the cannons holding spears and banners. Smoke fills the air, possibly from cannon fire or burning. The scene is highly detailed, with intricate line work capturing the texture of the uniforms, horses, and machinery.

Media Options

This object’s media is free and in the public domain. Read our full Open Access policy for images.
Not on view See artworks now on view

Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1945.5.32

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 24

  • Series Title

    Capricci di varie battaglie

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

Wikidata ID

Q65022300

You may be interested in

Loading Results