Fransen in een veldslag 1633

Johann Wilhelm Baur's etching, "Fransen in een veldslag" (1633), depicts a scene of battle, likely inspired by the Thirty Years' War. The detail of the cannons and the fallen soldiers in the foreground emphasizes the brutality of war. Baur, who lived a short but prolific life (1607-1642), is known for his detailed battle scenes, often showcasing military tactics and weaponry. This small-scale work, measuring only 105 mm by 139 mm, provides a powerful and intimate glimpse into the realities of warfare in the 17th century. The image, held in the Rijksmuseum, is an important example of etching, a technique that involves creating an image by scratching lines into a metal plate.