Remi Parr, 1743–after 1750, British, The Place given up to Plunder;..
- Title:
- The Place given up to Plunder;...
- Materials & Techniques:
- Hand-colored engraving on wove paper
- Dimensions:
- Sheet: 12 1/2 x 18in. (31.8 x 45.7cm)
- Inscription(s)/Marks/Lettering:
...Tis very seldom that a place will expose & abandon it self to ye fury of the Soldiers. This Representation is added to give some Idea of the Cruelty of such a bloody scene. Language can't describe the Misery & terrors of the inhabitants who are exposed to the rage of the common Soldiers, nor is it possible fully to represent all ye Violence & barbarity's they commit in their mad fury, whilst pursuing revenge, lust & plunder. The Commanders by beating a Retreat are endeavouring to preserve ye Burghers & Houses according as they may be useful to them. -- London, Printed for R. Wilkinson No.58 Cornhill
- Credit Line:
- Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection
- Copyright Status:
- Public Domain
- Accession Number:
- B1995.13.20
- Classification:
- Prints
- Collection:
- Prints and Drawings
- Subject Terms:
- artillery | battle | military art | soldiers | wars
- Access:
- Accessible by appointment in the Study Room [Request]
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