1796
oil
canvas
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Udfaldet på Amager 1658 under Svenskekrigen 1657-60 is a 1796 oil by Christian August Lorentzen, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This painting shows a chaotic scene of war. In the foreground, a group of soldiers on horseback are fighting, with some falling off their horses. The background is filled with smoke and flames, suggesting a fierce battle. The colors used are muted, with shades of brown and gray dominating the palette. In the midst of the chaos, a flag is visible, held high by one of the soldiers. This small detail adds a sense of pride and determination to the scene. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up the technique.
Christian August Lorentzen (1749–1828) was an artist, born in Sønderborg.
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