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Ambushing an Army Convoy
Ambushing an Army Convoy is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Pieter Post. It dates from 1631 and is held in the collection of the Mauritshuis.
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Overview
Ambushing an Army Convoy is a 1631 oil painting by Pieter Post, held at the Mauritshuis.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a chaotic ambush scene, with soldiers on horseback and on foot surrounding a central horse-drawn wagon, some fighting and others fleeing. The background features additional soldiers, horses, and buildings under a cloudy gray sky.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, the work is characterized by a high level of detail.
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Artist & collection
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