Who painted Cavalry and Hay Wagon?

Cavalry and Hay Wagon was painted by Gerhardus Emaus de Micault in 1826.

Where can I see Cavalry and Hay Wagon?

Cavalry and Hay Wagon is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Cavalry and Hay Wagon?

Cavalry and Hay Wagon is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Cavalry and Hay Wagon

Gerhardus Emaus de Micault , 1826

Cavalry and Hay Wagon is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Gerhardus Emaus de Micault. It dates from 1826 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Cavalry and Hay Wagon is an etching created by Gerhardus Emaus de Micault in 1826, depicting a serene roadside scene.

Subject & Meaning

The etching shows a stationary horse-drawn hay wagon and a halted soldier on horseback, set against a backdrop of falling leaves, evoking a moment of quiet pause.

Technique & Style

Executed using the drypoint technique, the artist scratched lines into a metal plate with a needle, resulting in soft, fuzzy lines when inked. This method characterized the work's visual appeal.

History & Provenance

Created in 1826 by Gerhardus Emaus de Micault, the etching's provenance details are not specified here, though its creation method reflects common practices of the time for disseminating art.

Context

As an etching, 'Cavalry and Hay Wagon' was designed for reproduction, making art accessible to a broader, non-elite audience for in-home enjoyment.