442 - P. SCHENK (1653–1713), Alburquerque, June 10, 1705, circa 1712, copper engraving

P. SCHENK (1653–1713), Alburquerque, June 10, 1705, circa 1712, copper engraving Pieter Schenk (c. 1653, Elberfeld – 1713, Amsterdam): Alburquerque, June 10, 1705, Charles III, 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: Plate 60 from: *Frederik den Femtes Atlas*, vol. 12. Peter Schenk the Elder was a German engraver and cartographer from Elberfeld, now 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, Cities, Spain, Size: Laid paper: 15.6 cm x 19.2 cm (6.1 x 7.6 in), Image: 13.8 cm x 19.0 cm (5.4 x 7.5 in) Condition: Good condition. The sheet is slightly discolored due to its age; there is a brownish spot in the right-hand area of the image. The decorative sheet makes a very good impression.