Gevangenneming van de Russische generaal Hermann tijdens de slag bij Bergen, 1799 1803

Jacob Ernst Marcus's "Gevangenneming van de Russische generaal Hermann tijdens de slag bij Bergen, 1799" (1803) depicts a dramatic scene from the Battle of Bergen, a significant event in the Napoleonic Wars. This black and white print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the capture of the Russian General Hermann by the French forces, highlighting the intensity and chaos of the battle. Marcus masterfully captures the moment of the general's capture, with soldiers and fallen horses creating a sense of urgency and movement. The artwork serves as a historical record of the event and a reminder of the bravery and sacrifice of those involved.