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Frederick and Seydlitz at the Battle of Zorndorf on the 25th August 1758 (colour litho)
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Frederick and Seydlitz at the Battle of Zorndorf on the 25th August 1758 (colour litho)
STC429765 Frederick and Seydlitz at the Battle of Zorndorf on the 25th August 1758 (colour litho) by Knoetel, Richard (1857-1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of Zorndorf was a battle fought on August 25, 1758 during the Seven Years War, fought between the forces of the Russian troops under the command of the William Fermor (1702-71) (Wilhelm von Fermor) and a Prussian army under King Frederick the Great (1740-72); the Russians managed to hold their own until the famed cavalry of Friedrich Wilhelm von Seydlitz (1721-73) struck against them; ); The Stapleton Collection; German, out of copyright
Media ID 23476596
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Aftermath Gunfire Tricorn Tricorns
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This photo print, titled "Frederick and Seydlitz at the Battle of Zorndorf on the 25th August 1758" captures a pivotal moment during the Seven Years War. The battle, fought between Russian troops led by William Fermor and Prussian forces commanded by King Frederick the Great, is depicted in vivid color lithography by Richard Knoetel. The image showcases the chaos and intensity of war with billowing smoke, destruction, and gunfire engulfing the battlefield. Amidst this turmoil, Friedrich Wilhelm von Seydlitz's famed cavalry charges forward with unwavering determination. Their swift and strategic attack turns the tide against their Russian adversaries. Horses gallop fiercely across the scorched earth as tricorns fly through the air. The aftermath reveals a scene of devastation as flames consume parts of the battleground. This powerful visual narrative encapsulates both bravery and sacrifice exhibited by soldiers on both sides. As we gaze upon this historical masterpiece from Bridgeman Images' Private Collection, we are transported back to that fateful day in August 1758 when two formidable armies clashed for supremacy. It serves as a reminder of humanity's capacity for conflict but also our resilience in times of adversity. This print not only immortalizes an important event in history but also celebrates artistry that brings these stories to life centuries later.
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