Die Schlacht bei Cassano am 16. August 1705

About this artwork

Aus: Jean Dumont baron de Carlscroon und Jean Rousset de Missy, Histoire militaire du Prinz Eugen, 1729–1747

Art Historical Context

### Die Schlacht bei Cass am 16. August 1705 This dynamic copper engraving by Dutch artist Jan van Huchtenburgh captures the intensity of the Battle of Cass on August 16, 1705, a key clash in the War of the Spanish Succession. Measuring 53 x 61 cm, it vividly portrays the swirling chaos of cavalry charges, infantry lines, and cannon fire along the Adda River in northern Italy. Huchtenburgh renowned for his meticulous battle scenes in the Baroque tradition, excels in conveying the drama of military engagements, blending dramatic composition with precise details of uniforms and weaponry. The print originates from the monumental *Histoire militaire du Prince Eugène* (1729–1747), a multi-volume chronicle by Jean Dumont, Baron de Carlscroon, and Jean Rousset de Missy, celebrating the campaigns of Prince Eugene of Savoy, the brilliant Austrian commander who led Imperial forces against the French. Published over nearly two decades, the series used engravings like this to immortalize Eugene's victories, making complex history accessible through visual storytelling. Housed in Vienna's Belvedere Collection, this *Druck* (print) highlights the era's fascination with heroic warfare and the technical prowess of copperplate engraving, which allowed for fine lines and mass reproduction. It offers visitors a window into 18th-century Europe's power struggles and the artistry that preserved them.

About the Artist

Jan van Huchtenburgh · 1647–1733

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