Belgrad

Article ID EUR5479

Title

Belgrad

Very beautiful hand-colored overall view of the modern capital Belgrade of the Republic of Serbia, translated as "White City." In the foreground the confluence of the Sava and Danube at the Belgrade Fortress.

Year

ca. 1850

Artist

Roevens und Jacob

Historical Description

In 1521, Belgrade was conquered by the Ottoman Empire and became the seat of the Sanjak of Smederevo. It frequently passed from Ottoman to Habsburg rule, which saw the destruction of most of the city during the Austro-Ottoman wars. Belgrade was again named the capital of Serbia in 1841.

Dimensions (cm)17,5 x 48 cm
ConditionMounted on cardboard and titled
Coloringoriginal colored
TechniqueWood engraving