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Die Schlacht bei Oberselk am 3. Februar 1864
Die Schlacht bei Oberselk am 3. Februar 1864 is an oil painting by the Biedermeier artist Fritz Allemand. It dates from 1866 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum. Die Schlacht bei Oberselk am 3.
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Overview
Die Schlacht bei Oberselk am 3. Februar 1864 is a painting created in 1866 by Austrian artist Fritz Allemand, also known as Friedrich Wilhelm L'Allemand, using oil on canvas.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a chaotic battle scene from the Second Schleswig War, showing soldiers on horseback and on foot amidst a somber, cloudy landscape with a village in the background.
Technique & Style
Allemand's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and drama, drawing the viewer's eye to the center of the battle, characteristic of the Biedermeier style.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Kunsthistorisches Museum's collection, created by Allemand, who was born in Hanau in 1812 and died in Vienna in 1866.
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Artist
Friedrich Wilhelm L'Allemand, known as Fritz (24 May 1812, Hanau - 20 September 1866, Vienna) was an Austrian history painter.
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