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Karl I. von Anjou an der Leiche Manfreds nach der Schlacht von Benevent am 26. Februar 1266

Karl I. von Anjou an der Leiche Manfreds nach der Schlacht von Benevent am 26. Februar 1266, by Carl Rahl, oil, 1838
Karl I. von Anjou an der Leiche Manfreds nach der Schlacht von Benevent am 26. Februar 1266, by Carl Rahl, oil, 1838

Karl I. von Anjou an der Leiche Manfreds nach der Schlacht von Benevent am 26. Februar 1266 is an oil painting by the Biedermeier artist Carl Rahl. It dates from 1838 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum. Karl I.

About this work

Overview

Karl I. von Anjou an der Leiche Manfreds is an 1838 oil painting by Carl Rahl, held at the Kunsthistorisches Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts Charles I of Anjou standing over the body of Manfred, King of Sicily, after the Battle of Benevento on February 26, 1266. The scene is one of drama and tension, with armed figures surrounding Charles, who is mounted on horseback.

Technique & Style

The work features a vivid color palette, including red, gold, blue, and white, set against a cloudy sky with a distant castle. The composition is dynamic, with a range of figures and a sense of movement.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Carl Rahl

Artist

Carl Rahl

Carl Rahl (1812–1865) was an artist, born in Vienna.