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Desaix

Pierre-Charles Coqueret

1798

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism 18th Century Marine

Dominant colour

Desaix is a 1798 ink by Pierre-Charles Coqueret, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Pierre-Charles Coqueret
When & what style?: 1798 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a man standing on a boat, grasping a sword in his right hand. He is dressed in a long, dark coat with a white sash around his waist and a white shirt underneath. His curly hair is blowing in the wind, and he appears to be looking out at the viewer. The background of the painting is a stormy sea, with waves crashing against the boat and lightning illuminating the dark sky. The overall mood of the painting is one of drama and intensity, with the man's pose and expression conveying a sense of determination and courage. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting adds depth and contrast to the image, highlighting the man's figure against the dark background. If you're interested in learning more about this technique, you can look up chiaroscuro.