437 - P. SCHENK (1653–1713), Battle of Indoigne, 1706, c. 1712, copper engraving

P. SCHENK (1653–1713), Battle of Indoigne, 1706, c. 1712, copper engraving Pieter Schenk (born around 1653 in Elberfeld—died 1713 in Amsterdam): Battle of Indoigne, 1706—military overview map showing troop deployments, c. 1712, copper engraving Technique: Copper engraving on laid paper Inscription: The copper engraving was produced in red, a color used only rarely and for special occasions, especially in the 18th century. Inscribed below the image in Dutch and Latin: “Victory, secured by the English and Dutch under the Prince and Duke of Marlborough and Field Marshal Lord van Ouwerkerk.” Signed on the plate and with location: “Pet. Schenk exc. Amst C. P.” Date: c. 1712 Description: Peter Schenk the Elder was a German engraver and cartographer from Elberfeld, now part of Wuppertal. Around 1684, he moved to Amsterdam and became a pupil of Gerard Valck, specializing in mezzotint; he traveled to Leipzig and Berlin. Until his death in 1718/19, he published numerous maps and illustrations. Keywords: 18th century, Baroque, Military, Belgium, Size: Laid paper: 15.7 cm x 19.3 cm (6.2 x 7.6 in), Image: 14.5 cm x 18.5 cm (5.7 x 7.3 in) Condition: Good condition. The sheet is slightly browned, with only the margins trimmed. The decorative sheet is in very good condition.