Lot 7
A votive painting, Siege of Landshut, circa 1634
Works of Art, Antiquities & Ancient Art | A109kua | Live auction | 1190 Lots
Description
Oil on wood. Depiction of the siege of Burg Trauzsnitz. In the foreground Swedish troops with firing cannons, the castle partially in flames. The scene likely shows the breakthrough of the Swedish troops through the castle wall (July 1634). To the upper left the identified coat of arms of the city of Landshut, to the right Saint Martin with a beggar and a votive inscription. In the lower section a multi-line votive inscription. Craquelure with minor chips, in need of cleaning. Two modern hanging loops on the reverse. Dimensions 51.5 x 28.5 x 1.5 cm.Condition: II - Questions about the lot?
