Artwork
Slaget ved Sehested
Slaget ved Sehested is an oil painting by Jørgen Sonne. It dates from 1822 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
Slaget ved Sehested is an 1822 oil painting by Danish genre painter Jørgen Sonne, depicting a specific historical battle. It is part of the collection at Statens Museum for Kunst.
Subject & Meaning
The painting portrays the Battle of Sehested, capturing the intensity of the conflict through the depiction of soldiers on horseback and foot, engaged in combat with swords and firearms amidst a landscape of hills and distant buildings.
Technique & Style
Executed in a realistic style, the work emphasizes detail and texture. The color palette is subdued, predominantly featuring browns and grays, which contributes to the overall atmosphere of chaos and disorder.
History & Provenance
Created in 1822 by Jørgen Sonne, the painting has been acquired by and remains in the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Jørgen Valentin Sonne (24 June 1801 – 24 September 1890) was a Danish genre painter; known primarily for his battle scenes.
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