4625 Matthäus Merian (1593–1650) – Siege of Casale Monferrato, Piedmont – Copperplate Engraving (1650)
This original 17th-century copperplate engraving by Matthäus Merian depicts the siege of Casale Monferrato, a fortified city in the Piedmont region of northern Italy. The panoramic bird’s-eye view captures the city’s star-shaped fortifications, surrounding encampments, and military formations during the siege, likely associated with the Franco-Spanish conflicts of the Thirty Years’ War and the War of the Mantuan Succession. The numbered legend identifies key positions of French forces and siege works, offering a strategic overview of the military operation.
Matthäus Merian (1593–1650) was a Swiss-born engraver and publisher renowned for his detailed topographical views and battle scenes. He is best known for the Topographia Germaniae, a monumental series of cityscapes and maps that became a cornerstone of European cartographic and visual history. His works are prized for their precision, artistry, and documentary value.
Artist or Maker:
Matthäus Merian
Dimensions:
32 cm x 39 cm
Medium:
Copperplate Engraving
Date:
1650
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
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