Allegorie op de slag bij Leipzig, 1813 1818 - 1820

"Allegorie op de slag bij Leipzig, 1813" (Allegory of the Battle of Leipzig, 1813) is an engraving by Cornelis Bogerts, a Dutch artist, dating back to 1818-1820. This detailed piece features an allegorical representation of the Battle of Leipzig, a significant conflict during the Napoleonic Wars. The artwork depicts a central column adorned with portraits of key figures involved in the battle, surrounded by symbols of victory and war. The intricate design, typical of engraving, uses light and shadow to emphasize the symbolic elements and portraits, creating a powerful visual representation of the historical event.