441 - P. SCHENK (1653–1713), The Capture of Gibraltar in 1704, circa 1712, copper engraving

P. SCHENK (1653–1713), The Capture of Gibraltar in 1704, circa 1712, copper engraving Pieter Schenk (born around 1653 in Elberfeld—died 1713 in Amsterdam): The Capture of Gibraltar in 1704, featuring a sailing ship and coastal fortress, 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 and with an indication of the place: “Pet. Schenk exc. Amst C. P.” Date: c. 1712 Description: The capture of Gibraltar took place between August 1 and 4, 1704, during the War of the Spanish Succession. The Allies, fighting on the side of Charles, the Habsburg pretender to the throne, captured the city and fortress. 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, Seafaring, Spain, Size: Laid paper: 16.3 cm x 19.0 cm (6.4 x 7.5 in), Image: 14.3 cm x 18.8 cm (5.6 x 7.4 in) Condition: In rather good condition. With a brownish stain in the center; the right edge of the sheet shows clear soiling and damage and has been backed on the reverse. The image is only marginally affected and makes a good impression!