Title: Portrait of John III Sobieski with the battle at the background
Creator: Unknown artist
Creator Gender: None
Date Created: last quarter of 17th c.
Technique: oil on canvas
Subject: John Sobieski was indubitably one of the best commanders in Polish history. His skills as a soldier and commander paved the way towards the royal crown. Victory over the Turkish army at Vienna in 1683, the main source of the king’s fame, echoed widely all across Europe and up to this day is regarded as one of the most important battles in world history.
Physical Dimensions: w1040 x h1280 mm
Original Title: Portret Jana III Sobieskiego na tle bitwy