Artwork
Bataille de Waterloo, 18 juin 1815
Bataille de Waterloo, 18 juin 1815 is an oil painting by the Realist artist Clément-Auguste Andrieux. It dates from 1852 and is held in the collection of the Palace of Versailles.
About this work
Overview
Bataille de Waterloo, 18 juin 1815 is an oil painting created by Clément-Auguste Andrieux in 1852. It is a representation of the Battle of Waterloo, a pivotal event in European history.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a chaotic battle scene with soldiers on horseback and on foot, wearing red and white uniforms and armed with swords and rifles. A building stands in the background, surrounded by smoke, adding to the turmoil.
Technique & Style
Andrieux's use of color and composition conveys a sense of energy and movement, guiding the viewer's eye through the scene. The work is characteristic of the Realist movement, capturing a moment in time with attention to detail.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Palace of Versailles collection. Andrieux, a French artist and illustrator, later contributed to Le Monde Illustré during the Franco-Prussian War in 1870.
Artist & collection
Artist
Clément-Auguste Andrieux (7 December 1829, Paris– 16 May 1880, Samois-sur-Seine) was a French artist and illustrator. In 1870 Andrieux worked for Le Monde Illustré during the Franco Prussian War.
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