Johann Tserclaes Collection

Jean Tserclaes von Tilly, 1559-1632, Count, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Jean Tserclaes von Tilly, 1559-1632, Count, c17th century

Tilly in Rothenburg, 1631, (1936). Creator: Unknown
Tilly in Rothenburg, 1631, (1936). Woman pleading with Count Tilly in Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany. Catholic commander Johann Tserclaes

Wallenstein and Tilly Holding a Council of War, 1626, (1890). Creator: Unknown
Wallenstein and Tilly Holding a Council of War, 1626, (1890). Albrecht von Wallenstein (1583-1634) Bohemian military leader

Siege of Heidelberg by the Count of Tilly, 1622 (engraving)
3646774 Siege of Heidelberg by the Count of Tilly, 1622 (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Siege of Heidelberg by the Count of Tilly, 1622)

Count Tilly laying siege to Magdeburg, 1631 (engraving)
3646926 Count Tilly laying siege to Magdeburg, 1631 (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Count Tilly laying siege to Magdeburg, 1631)

Johann Tserclaes, Count of Tilly, Flemish general of the Holy Roman Empire (chromolitho)
1093562 Johann Tserclaes, Count of Tilly, Flemish general of the Holy Roman Empire (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Johann Tserclaes, Count of Tilly)

Johann Tserclaes, Graf von Tilly (engraving)
5219356 Johann Tserclaes, Graf von Tilly (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Johann Tserclaes, Graf von Tilly)

Johann Tserclaes, Count of Tilly, from Ward and Lock
3714053 Johann Tserclaes, Count of Tilly, from Ward and Locks Illustrated History of the World, pub. c.1882 by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Johann Tserclaes)

Signing of the Treaty of Westphalia, 24 October 1648, (1890). Creator: Unknown
Signing of the Treaty of Westphalia, 24 October 1648, (1890). Signed on 24 October 1648 to mark the end of the Thirty Years War

Tillys flight after the Battle of Lech, 4 April 1632, (1936). Creator: Unknown
Tillys flight after the Battle of Lech, 4 April 1632, (1936). Tillys Flucht Nach Der Schlacht Am Lech, 4 April 1632. German Catholic commander Johann Tserclaes

Tilly in the gravediggers house, (1936). Creator: Unknown
Tilly in the gravediggers house, (1936). Tilly Im Totengraberhauschen, 1559-1632. German Catholic commander Johann Tserclaes

Johann Tserclas Graf Von Tilly, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Johann Tserclas Graf Von Tilly, (1933). Portrait of Johann Tserclaes, Count of Tilly (1559-1632), Flemish soldier of the Thirty Years War

The Imperial army under Johann Tserclaes Count of Tilly storms and sets fire to Magdeburg, 1637. Private Collection

The Sack of Magdeburg, 1852-1860. Creator: Steinbrueck, Eduard (1802-1882)
The Sack of Magdeburg, 1852-1860. Found in the Collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

The Siege of Magdeburg, 1631, 1650. Found in the collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Sack of Magdeburg, 1698. Artist: Aa, Pieter van der (1659-1733)
Sack of Magdeburg, 1698. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Portrait of Johann Tserclaes, Count of Tilly. Artist: Spirinx, Louis (1596-1669)
Portrait of Johann Tserclaes, Count of Tilly. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Tilly on the Banks of the Lech, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Tilly on the Banks of the Lech, 1882. Private Collection

Tillys Soldiers in Encampment, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Tillys Soldiers in Encampment, 1882. Private Collection

Tilly 1559-1632. - Stich nach dem Gemalde von A. van Dyck, 1934
Tilly 1559-1632.1934. Jean Conte de Tilly (1559-1632), General of the army of the Holy Roman Empire. From Die Groszen der Weltgelchichte. [Ecktein-Halpaus, Dresden, 1934]

The chief military commanders of the Thirty Years War, 1618-1648 (1903). Albrecht von Wallenstein; Johann Tserclaes, Count of Tilly; Gustavus Adolphus, King of Sweden; Bernhard of Saxe-Weimar

Johann Tserclaes, Count Tilly, Flemish soldier. Tilly (1559-1632) was appointed by Maximilian I of Bavaria to reorganise the Bavarian army in 1610

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Johann Tserclaes, Count of Tilly, was a prominent Flemish general during the Thirty Years War. Known for his strategic prowess and military achievements, he played a significant role in several key battles and sieges. One of his most notable feats was the Siege of Magdeburg in Germany in 1631. This brutal conflict saw Tilly's forces lay siege to the city, resulting in its eventual capture and widespread devastation. The event left an indelible mark on history as one of the deadliest episodes of the war. Tilly's leadership skills were further showcased during his collaboration with Field Marshal Johann von Aldringen at Rothenburg in 1631. Together, they successfully defended against Swedish forces led by General Gustavus Adolphus, earning them admiration from their allies. Throughout his career, Tilly was often depicted alongside other influential figures such as Wallenstein. Paintings like "Wallenstein and Tilly Holding a Council of War" portray him as an integral part of important decision-making processes that shaped the course of warfare during this tumultuous period. Count Tilly's military campaigns extended beyond Germany; he also laid siege to Heidelberg in 1622. His relentless pursuit earned him recognition for his tenacity and unwavering commitment to achieving victory. Despite his successes, not all aspects of Tilly's life were centered around warfare. Images like "Tillys flight after the Battle of Lech" highlight moments where he sought refuge or respite from battlefields – even finding solace within a gravedigger's house. The Treaty of Westphalia signed on October 24th, 1648 marked a turning point for Europe after years filled with bloodshed. Although not directly involved in these negotiations himself due to passing away earlier that year (in April), Count Tilly had undoubtedly left an enduring impact on shaping events leading up to this historic agreement.