Slag bij Lunden 1694 - 1707

This 1694-1707 engraving by Justus van (II) Huysum depicts the Battle of Lund, fought between Denmark and Sweden in 1676. The scene depicts a chaotic battle, with soldiers on horseback and on foot fighting fiercely. The engraving is detailed and includes the names and locations of those involved in the battle. The artist used a variety of techniques, including hatching and cross-hatching, to create a sense of depth and movement. This piece is a valuable document of the historical event and an example of 17th-century printmaking.