Gezicht op de slag bij Lafelt, 1747 1747 - 1748

"Gezicht op de slag bij Lafelt, 1747" (View of the Battle of Lafelt, 1747) is an etching by Jean Baptiste Guélard, created in 1747-1748. The detailed print depicts a bird’s eye view of the Battle of Lafelt, a major engagement of the War of the Austrian Succession. The print captures the strategic formations of the French and Allied forces, including their positions and movements. This meticulous depiction makes it a valuable historical document for understanding military tactics of the time. It provides insight into the scale and complexity of 18th-century warfare. The engraving, measuring 347mm by 480mm, showcases the artist’s skilled hand in conveying the battle's dramatic landscape.