An authentic 18th-century hand-colored engraving of "The Battle of Belgrade," published in London by Carington Bowles (c. 1770-1780). This "Small Folio" print (image approx. 13 x 9") depicts the decisive 1717 victory of Prince Eugene of Savoy over the Ottoman Empire.

The piece features a detailed topographical view of the city fortifications, the Danube and Sava rivers, and a dramatic cavalry engagement in the foreground. A numbered key at the bottom identifies 13 strategic locations, including the "Grand Vizier's Quarter."Condition: The print shows significant "antique character" with heavy tattering/paper loss at the left margin and light toning throughout. This organic wear confirms its 250-year age.

Framing: Professionally housed in a large 24 x 18.5 inch vintage gold-finish wood frame with a textured sage-green mat. Ready to hang.

Publisher: Printed for Carington Bowles, No. 69 in St. Paul's Church Yard, London.



Tags Carington Bowles, Antique Engraving, Military History, 18th Century Art, Prince Eugene Savoy, Battle of Belgrade, Ottoman Empire Art, Hand Colored Print


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Paper Integrity: There is significant chipping and paper loss along the edges, most notably on the left-hand side where the paper has "tattered" away. This is typical for 250-year-old paper that has dried out over time.

Toning and Foxing: The paper has a warm, brownish-tan patina (toning) caused by natural oxidation. There are visible "foxing" spots (small reddish-brown age spots) scattered throughout the sky and the bottom text margin.

Creasing: There is a vertical "fold" or heavy ripple visible near the center and some handling creases. This often suggests the print was originally part of an atlas or was stored folded before being framed.

Coloring: The hand-applied watercolors remain remarkably legible. The "Imperial Blue" of the Austrian uniforms and the gold/red of the Turkish cavalry are still distinct, though softened by age.

Framing: The frame and matting appear to be from the mid-to-late 20th century. While the frame has some minor scuffs, it is structurally sound and provides necessary protection for the fragile paper edges.

Revised Description (Condition-Focused)
Note to Buyer: This is a genuine 18th-century artifact. It exhibits significant signs of age, including tattered edges, paper loss at the margins, and foxing. These "flaws" serve as evidence of its 250+ year history and are preferred by many collectors over bleached or restored pieces. Please review the high-resolution photos for a detailed look at the paper's edge wear.

Origin:
United Kingdom

Materials & Techniques:
Engraving

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Paper Integrity: There is significant chipping and paper loss along the edges, most notably on the left-hand side where the paper has "tattered" away. This is typical for 250-year-old paper that has dried out over time.

Toning and Foxing: The paper has a warm, brownish-tan patina (toning) caused by natural oxidation. There are visible "foxing" spots (small reddish-brown age spots) scattered throughout the sky and the bottom text margin.

Creasing: There is a vertical "fold" or heavy ripple visible near the center and some handling creases. This often suggests the print was originally part of an atlas or was stored folded before being framed.

Coloring: The hand-applied watercolors remain remarkably legible. The "Imperial Blue" of the Austrian uniforms and the gold/red of the Turkish cavalry are still distinct, though softened by age.

Framing: The frame and matting appear to be from the mid-to-late 20th century. While the frame has some minor scuffs, it is structurally sound and provides necessary protection for the fragile paper edges.

Revised Description (Condition-Focused)
Note to Buyer: This is a genuine 18th-century artifact. It exhibits significant signs of age, including tattered edges, paper loss at the margins, and foxing. These "flaws" serve as evidence of its 250+ year history and are preferred by many collectors over bleached or restored pieces. Please review the high-resolution photos for a detailed look at the paper's edge wear.