Who painted Return from Russia?

Return from Russia was painted by Théodore Géricault in 1818.

Where can I see Return from Russia?

Return from Russia is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Return from Russia?

Return from Russia is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Return from Russia

Théodore Géricault , 1818

Return from Russia is a print by the Romanticist artist Théodore Géricault. It dates from 1818 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Return from Russia is a print by Théodore Géricault, created using lithography, a technique involving drawing on stone. The work depicts a somber scene of war's aftermath.

Technique & Style

The print was made using two stones, one for black lines and another for ochre tones, showcasing an early example of multi-color lithography. White watercolor was applied to enhance the snowy terrain, adding depth to the image.

Subject & Meaning

The scene shows a weary soldier and his exhausted horse struggling through snow, conveying the harsh realities of combat and its aftermath. Géricault's portrayal focuses on the misery and hardship rather than glorifying war.