Graphic of the Battle of LIPSK 18-19 October 1813 colorfully depicted by Carl von Neunder, engraved by Heinrich Muller, f. 17 x 16.8cm, minor soiling in lower left corner, otherwise very good condition
Battle depicted on a globe-like circle. Around the circle an inscription in German : "Eintracht wuerckt macht! also haltet zusammen ihr guten!!!! [translated: unity gives strength! so let's stick together!!!]. In the central part of the circle, the distribution of the troops taking part in the battle against the background of the surrounding towns.
The Battle of Leipzig , better known as the "battle of nations" took place on October 16-19, 1813 and was fought between the French army under Napoleon Bonaparte and the troops of the anti-French coalition [Austria, Prussia, Russia, Great Britain and Sweden]. It was the largest battle in Napoleon's campaigns and the most heartbreaking defeat, although the Battle of Waterloo is considered more symbolic
