872 - P. SCHENK (1653–1713), Map of the Battle of Cádiz, 1702, circa 1712, copper engraving

P. SCHENK (1653–1713), Map of the Battle of Cádiz, 1702, circa 1712, copper engraving Pieter Schenk (c. 1653, Elberfeld – 1713, Amsterdam): Map of the Battle of Cádiz, 1702, Andalusia, Bourbon-Spanish Victory, 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, Cities, Spain, Size: Laid paper: 16.0 cm x 20.0 cm (6.3 x 7.9 in), Image: 14.5 cm x 18.5 cm (5.7 x 7.3 in) Condition: Good condition. The sheet is slightly browned and has been trimmed slightly at the lower edge due to the signature. The decorative sheet is in very good condition.