Töninngens overgivelse 1790 - 1794

"Töninngens overgivelse" (The Surrender of Tönning) is a 1790-1794 engraving by Danish artist Georg Haas, depicting the surrender of the Danish city of Tönning to the Prussians in 1789. The print, housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, shows the Prussian General von der Heilsberg receiving the keys to the city from the Danish commander. The detailed depiction of figures and the landscape offers a glimpse into the historical event, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing the dramatic moment of surrender. The print, measuring 365 mm (height) x 485 mm (width) (bladmaal), is a significant piece of Danish art, commemorating a crucial moment in the country's history.