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Destruction of the Abbey of Hirsau, Germany, by the French army under Ezechiel du Mas, Comte de Melac, Nine Years War, 1692 (engraving)
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Destruction of the Abbey of Hirsau, Germany, by the French army under Ezechiel du Mas, Comte de Melac, Nine Years War, 1692 (engraving)
7148099 Destruction of the Abbey of Hirsau, Germany, by the French army under Ezechiel du Mas, Comte de Melac, Nine Years War, 1692 (engraving) by Closs, Gustav Adolf (1864-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Destruction of the Abbey of Hirsau, Germany, by the French army under Ezechiel du Mas, Comte de Melac, Nine Years War, 1692. Illustration for Bildersaal Deutscher Geschichte (Union Deutsche Verlagsgesellschaft, 1890).); © Look and Learn
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This engraving, titled "Destruction of the Abbey of Hirsau, Germany" transports us back to a tumultuous moment in history. Created by Gustav Adolf Closs in 1864, it depicts the devastating events that unfolded during the Nine Years War in 1692. The scene showcases the ruthless actions of the French army under Ezechiel du Mas, Comte de Melac. As flames engulf the once majestic abbey, we witness destruction on an epic scale. The artist's attention to detail allows us to feel the intensity and chaos of this historical event. The composition is filled with contrasting elements: fire and smoke billow from every corner while troops armed for combat surround the crumbling structure. The image captures not only physical destruction but also represents a clash between nations - France and Germany. Closs' engraving serves as a powerful reminder of how war can ravage cultural treasures and disrupt lives. It stands as a testament to both human resilience and our capacity for destruction. This print was originally featured in Bildersaal Deutscher Geschichte (Union Deutsche Verlagsgesellschaft, 1890), illustrating its significance within German historical context. Now part of a private collection, this artwork continues to evoke emotions and provoke reflection on past conflicts that have shaped our world today.
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