440 - P. SCHENK (1653–1713), Duke of Orléans, Valencia, 1707, c. 1712, copper engraving

P. SCHENK (1653–1713), Duke of Orléans, Valencia, 1707, c. 1712, copper engraving Pieter Schenk (c. 1653, Elberfeld – 1713, Amsterdam): The Duke of Orléans Takes Command of the Troops in Spain, Valencia, 1707, 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 in Dutch and Latin below the image. Signed on the plate with an indication of the place: “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, Spain, Size: Laid paper: 16.8 cm x 19.0 cm (6.6 x 7.5 in), Image: 13.8 cm x 18.0 cm (5.4 x 7.1 in) Condition: Good condition. The sheet is slightly browned and creased; there is a small tear in the lower left margin. The decorative sheet makes a very good impression.