Lanciers en Marche (Lancers on the March)
1831
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1831
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This lithograph depicts a group of lancers on horseback, marching in a line. The horses are in various poses, with some looking to the side or rearing up. The lancers wear uniforms and hold their lances upright. In the foreground, a fallen soldier lies on the ground, adding a sense of drama to the scene. The background is a simple, gradient sky. The artist's use of lithography creates a sense of texture and depth in the image. If you're interested in learning more about this technique, you might want to look into lithography.
