Artwork

Shipwreck of the Meduse

Shipwreck of the Meduse, by Nicolas Toussaint Charlet, ink, 1820
Shipwreck of the Meduse, by Nicolas Toussaint Charlet, ink, 1820

Shipwreck of the Meduse is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Nicolas Toussaint Charlet. It dates from 1820 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Nicolas Toussaint Charlet

Artist

Nicolas Toussaint Charlet

Nicolas-Toussaint Charlet was a French painter and printmaker, more especially of military subjects.

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Who painted Shipwreck of the Meduse?

Shipwreck of the Meduse was painted by Nicolas Toussaint Charlet in 1820.

Where can I see Shipwreck of the Meduse?

Shipwreck of the Meduse is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Shipwreck of the Meduse?

Shipwreck of the Meduse is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Shipwreck of the Meduse?

Museum-quality prints of Shipwreck of the Meduse are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.