Ontzet van Turijn, 1706 1712 - 1715

"Ontzet van Turijn, 1706" is an etching by Johann August Corvinus, created between 1712 and 1715, now housed in the Rijksmuseum. The piece depicts a historical event: the relief of Turin in 1706 during the War of the Spanish Succession. The detailed engraving features a central image of the battle, surrounded by ornate baroque flourishes, including angels and a map of the region. This historical artwork provides a glimpse into the art of the early 18th century and the events that shaped Europe at the time.