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L'Allemagne Cintre du Salon de la Guerre du côté des appartemens du Roi (Germany, Center of the Salon of War next to the King's Chambers) [pl. 37]

Jean-Baptiste Massé (designer) and Louis Desplaces (engraver) after Charles Le Brun

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a historic battle scene. The image features various combatants engaged in battle with weapons and armor. There are fallen warriors and a flag with an eagle symbol. An elaborate arch frames the scene, with intricate foliage carvings. The sky and clouds add to the drama of the battle.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1752
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
6424 × 2978 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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