Artwork
Allegory of Catherine II's Victory over the Turks
Allegory of Catherine II's Victory over the Turks is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Stefano Torelli. It dates from 1772 and is held in the collection of the Tretyakov Gallery.
About this work
Overview
Allegory of Catherine II's Victory over the Turks is an oil painting by Stefano Torelli, created in 1772. It is currently held at the Tretyakov Gallery.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a woman in white leading a group of horsemen, some armed, into battle. The scene is one of dynamic movement, with the woman holding a red flag and riding at the forefront.
Technique & Style
The composition is marked by vivid color contrasts, with the red flag and white dress standing out against a more subdued background. The artist captures a sense of action and energy through the depiction of horses and figures in motion.
Artist & collection
After the battle
Battle
Societate veselă cu vânat (pandant: Societate cu vânat)
Luptă între cavalerie și pedestrime
Attack on a Convoy
Charles II (1630-1685) stopping at the Estate of Wema on the Rotte on his Journey from Rotterdam to The Hague, 25 May 1660
Mademoiselle de Saint-Simon asking for her father's pardon, December 1808
Prince Maurits at the Battle of Nieuwpoort, 2 July 1600
Departure of Charles II of England at Scheveningen, June 2, 1660
The Battle of Lauffeldt
Kreuztragung Christi
Battle of the Turks