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Battle of the Drina, 14 August 1914 – Austro-Serbian Front, WWI Color Print

$251.96

£187.35

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CA$355.68

A$363.91

CHF 206.42

MX$4,664.56

NOK 2,367.23

SEK 2,467.41

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Battle of the Drina, 14 August 1914 – Austro-Serbian Front, WWI Color Print This vivid and highly animated color print depicts the Battle of the Drina on 14 August 1914, one of the first major confrontations on the Austro-Hungarian–Serbian front during the opening weeks of the First World War. The composition is dense with movement and immediacy: infantry advancing under fire, artillery in action along the riverbank, cavalry units charging forward, and villages burning in the background. Bursting shell clouds punctuate the scene, giving the image a striking rhythm and visual drama that reads almost cinematically. Rather than presenting a distant or schematic overview, the artist places the viewer directly into the chaos of battle. Individual soldiers are shown loading rifles, advancing with bayonets, falling wounded, or urging comrades forward. The river Drina cuts horizontally through the scene, anchoring the composition and emphasizing the strategic importance of the crossing. The color palette—greens, ochres, blues, and warm reds—is lively and decorative, making the print surprisingly interior-friendly despite its martial subject. This print originates from a contemporary German illustrated war series produced at the very start of World War I. Such images were intended for rapid public consumption, combining reportage, patriotic narrative, and visual impact. The thin paper, bold outlines, and flat areas of color are characteristic of early 20th-century German color lithography used for illustrated supplements and wall prints. German caption – original text: “Die Schlacht an der Drina am 14. August 1914. Die österreichisch-ungarischen Truppen haben am 14. August nach heftigen Kämpfen den Feind aus seiner seit langer Zeit befestigten und stark besetzten Stellung auf den östlichen Uferhöhen der Drina in der Nähe von Loznica und Lesnica geworfen. Dort wurden am Nachmittag des 14. und in der Nacht des 15. August zahlreiche mit großer Tapferkeit geführte Gegenangriffe der Serben abgewiesen. Die Verluste der Serben sind schwer.” English translation: “The Battle of the Drina on 14 August 1914. After heavy fighting on 14 August, the Austro-Hungarian troops drove the enemy from their long-fortified and strongly held positions on the eastern river heights of the Drina near Loznica and Lesnica. There, during the afternoon of the 14th and the night of the 15th of August, numerous Serbian counterattacks, carried out with great bravery, were repelled. Serbian losses were heavy.” The language reflects the tone of contemporary wartime reporting and should be read as a historical document rather than an objective account. Today, the print stands as a powerful visual record of how the opening phase of the war was presented to the public at the time. Condition report: Printed on thin wartime paper, as issued. Overall good condition for its type. Light overall toning, minor edge wear, and small handling creases consistent with age. No major tears. Colors remain fresh and well preserved. The paper’s lightness and slight waviness are typical of contemporary illustrated war prints. Framing suggestions: Highly decorative when framed with a wide off-white or soft grey mat to visually support the thin paper. A simple dark wood or black frame works well, allowing the color and action of the scene to dominate. Museum glass is recommended to protect the paper while maintaining clarity. Technique: Color lithograph on thin paper Maker: R. Rohrbach & Co., Magdeburg, Germany, 1914

Dimensions:
Height: 13.39 in (34 cm)Width: 16.54 in (42 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
Materials and Techniques:
Paper
Place of Origin:
Germany
Period:
Early 20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1914
Condition:
Printed on thin wartime paper, as issued. Overall good condition for its type. Light overall toning, minor edge wear, and small handling creases consistent with age. No major tears. Colors remain fresh and well preserved.
Seller Location:
Langweer, NL
Reference Number:
Seller: BG-14177-261stDibs: LU3054348219982

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