Artwork
Ownerless Horse on the Battlefield at Moshaisk in 1812
Ownerless Horse on the Battlefield at Moshaisk in 1812 is an oil painting by Albrecht Adam. It dates from 1834 and is held in the collection of the Hamburger Kunsthalle.
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Overview
Ownerless Horse on the Battlefield at Moshaisk in 1812 is a 1834 oil painting by Albrecht Adam, a Bavarian artist who documented Napoleon's 1812 Russian campaign as an official artist for the Bavarian contingent.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a lone dark brown horse with a white forehead patch standing on a desolate battlefield, conveying a somber and melancholic mood. The presence of a cannon wheel and barren landscape suggests the aftermath of a battle.
Technique & Style
The work showcases Adam's skill in rendering equine subjects and landscapes. The detailed depiction of the horse and its surroundings reflects Adam's style, characterized by dramatic and detailed representations.
History & Provenance
Adam's experience as an eyewitness to the 1812 Russian campaign informed his later work, including this painting, which reflects his firsthand observations of the campaign's carnage.
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Artist
Albrecht Adam (16 April 1786 – 28 August 1862) was a Bavarian painter, who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte during the 1812 Russian campaign.
