Artwork
Cavalry Skirmish
Cavalry Skirmish is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Jasper Broers. It dates from 1714 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
Cavalry Skirmish is a 1714 oil painting by Jasper Broers, a Flemish artist known for his battle scenes and landscapes. The work is part of the Flemish Baroque movement and is held in the Statens Museum for Kunst.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a chaotic cavalry battle, with horses and riders in various states of motion and disarray. Some figures are fallen, while others are in mid-gallop, set against a backdrop of hills and a cloudy sky.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and drama, with strong contrasts between light and dark. This technique contributes to the overall tension and energy in the scene.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jasper Broers (Antwerp, 21 April 1682 – Antwerp, 1716) was a Flemish painter. He is known for his landscapes and allegorical compositions and was a leading battle painter in Flanders in the first two decades of the 18th century.
