Slag bij St. Denis (linkerhelft), 1678 1678

"Slag bij St. Denis (linkerhelft), 1678" is an etching by Dutch artist Romeyn de Hooghe depicting the Battle of Saint-Denis, which took place in 1678. The left half of the artwork, currently held by the Rijksmuseum, focuses on three figures on horseback amidst a chaotic battle scene. The central figure, Louis XIV, is a prominent image of power and leadership in this historical engraving. This detailed portrayal of the battle provides a fascinating insight into 17th-century military engagements and the role of the Dutch master printmaker Romeyn de Hooghe in capturing these important events.