873 - P. SCHENK (1653–1713), Arras in Artois, 1654, military map, circa 1712, copper engraving

P. SCHENK (1653–1713), Arras in Artois, 1654, military map, circa 1712, copper engraving Pieter Schenk (c. 1653, Elberfeld – 1713, Amsterdam): Arras in Artoys, 1654, Citadel, cartographic military map, c. 1712, copper engraving Technique: Copper engraving on laid paper Inscription: The copper engraving was produced in red, a color that was used only rarely and for special occasions, especially in the 18th century. Inscribed below the image in Dutch and Latin: “Arras of Atrecht, in Artoys, on the Scarpe, conquered by Louis XIII, 1640; but turned over to the Spanish, 1654.” Signed on the plate and with an indication of place: “Pet. Schenk exc. Amst C. P.” Date: c. 1712 Description: From: “Schouwburgh van den oorlog, beginnende van Koning Karel II. tot op Koning Karel III.” 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, France, Size: Laid paper: 16.3 cm x 19.8 cm (6.4 x 7.8 in), Image: 14.4 cm x 18.5 cm (5.7 x 7.3 in) Condition: Good condition. The sheet is slightly discolored due to its age and creased in places; slightly damaged at the upper edge and reinforced on the reverse. The decorative sheet makes a very good impression.