Belgrade.

Title

Belgrade.

Description

Decorative total view of the city Belgrad .It is the capital and largest city of Serbia.

ca. 1860

Artist

Brandard Edward Paxman (1819-1898)

Edward Paxman Brandard (1819–1898) was an English painter, draughtsman and distinguished steel engraver of the 19th century. He was primarily active in London. He came from an artistic family and was trained by his brother, Robert Brandard. He became particularly known for his finely executed steel engravings after works by artists such as J. M. W. Turner and John Constable.

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.