Inname van Mons, 1792 1792 - 1793

Theodorus de Roode's "Inname van Mons, 1792" is a detailed engraving depicting the capture of Mons, a city in present-day Belgium, during the French Revolutionary Wars. Created in 1792-1793, the print showcases a dramatic scene, highlighting the victorious French troops led by General Dumouriez. The scene is filled with details, from the fallen soldiers to the fortifications and the cannon, giving a sense of the battle's intensity and the aftermath of the French victory. De Roode, a Dutch engraver known for his historical works, used a delicate line to capture the dramatic details of this significant event, making it an important piece of historical documentation as well as a work of art.