Artwork

Die Schlacht bei Oeversee am 6. Februar 1864

Die Schlacht bei Oeversee am 6. Februar 1864, by Fritz Allemand, oil, 1865
Die Schlacht bei Oeversee am 6. Februar 1864, by Fritz Allemand, oil, 1865

Die Schlacht bei Oeversee am 6. Februar 1864 is an oil painting by the Biedermeier artist Fritz Allemand. It dates from 1865 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum. Die Schlacht bei Oeversee am 6.

About this work

The painting is titled Die Schlacht bei Oeversee am 6. Februar 1864.
It was created by Fritz Allemand in 1865.
The painting is held at the Kunsthistorisches Museum, which suggests it has historical significance, and learning about the museum can provide more context about the painting and its artist.
You can learn more about this type of art by looking up the museum: Kunsthistorisches Museum.

Overview

Die Schlacht bei Oeversee am 6. Februar 1864 is an oil painting created by Fritz Allemand in 1865. It is a historical battle scene held in the Kunsthistorisches Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts the Battle of Oeversee, fought on February 6, 1864. As a work by an Austrian history painter, it reflects Allemand's focus on historical events.

Technique & Style

Allemand's work is associated with the Biedermeier movement, characterized by its attention to detail and representation of everyday or historical subjects.

History & Provenance

Fritz Allemand, born Friedrich Wilhelm L'Allemand, was active primarily in Vienna until his death in 1866. The painting is now part of the Kunsthistorisches Museum's collection.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Fritz Allemand

Artist

Fritz Allemand

Friedrich Wilhelm L'Allemand, known as Fritz (24 May 1812, Hanau - 20 September 1866, Vienna) was an Austrian history painter.