Open full image Pin

Bataille de Waterloo, 18 juin 1815

Clément-Auguste Andrieux

1852

oil

canvas

From the collection of Palace of Versailles

Realism Early 19th Century Battle

Dominant colour

Bataille de Waterloo, 18 juin 1815 is a 1852 oil by Clément-Auguste Andrieux, a Realism work, depicting Battle, held at Palace of Versailles.

Who painted this?: Clément-Auguste Andrieux
When & what style?: 1852 · Realism
Where can I see it?: Palace of Versailles

About this work

This painting depicts a chaotic battle scene, with soldiers on horseback and on foot, engaged in combat. The soldiers wear red and white uniforms, and some are armed with swords and rifles. In the background, a building stands amidst the turmoil, with smoke billowing into the air. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of energy and movement, drawing the viewer's eye through the scene. The painting appears to be a historical depiction, capturing a moment in time. To learn more about the artist's technique, look up "chiaroscuro".

About the artist

Artist

Clément-Auguste Andrieux

Clément-Auguste Andrieux (7 December 1829, Paris– 16 May 1880, Samois-sur-Seine) was a French artist and illustrator. In 1870 Andrieux worked for Le Monde Illustré during the Franco Prussian War.

See the richer artist page