Antique Engraving: The Death Of The Chevalier d'Assas
Artist: Dessin Cazanova Sculpteur Pre Laurenz
A beautiful historical engraving from the 18th century, circa 1777.
The death of the Chevalier d'Assas inspired the famous engraving by Francesco Casanova and Pierre Laurent (1777). This print immortalizes the heroic sacrifice of the captain of the Auvergne Regiment, who was taken by surprise at night by the enemy at Kloster Kampen, shouting his legendary cry to alert his troops before being killed.
Presented in a superb 19th-century gilded frame richly carved with vine leaves
The death of the Chevalier d'Assas inspired the famous engraving by Francesco Casanova and Pierre Laurent (1777). This print immortalizes the heroic sacrifice of the captain of the Auvergne Regiment, who was taken by surprise at night by the enemy at Kloster Kampen, shouting his legendary cry to alert his troops before being killed.
Presented in a superb 19th-century gilded frame richly carved with vine leaves
450 €
Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 16th, Directory
Condition: Perfect condition
Length: 90 cm
Width: 73 cm
Reference (ID): 1849383
Availability: In stock
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