Battle scene 1727 - 1800

This etching, created by Francesco Casanova between 1727 and 1800, depicts a dramatic battle scene. The composition focuses on a central figure, a soldier, who is seen struggling to raise a flag while surrounded by fallen comrades. The scene is rendered in stark, expressive lines, emphasizing the chaos and intensity of the moment. This work, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, showcases Casanova's skill in capturing the raw emotion and physicality of combat. The etching, a popular medium in the 18th century, adds to the sense of immediacy and authenticity.