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The Cawnpore Road in Lucknow

Felice A. Beato

1858

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Impressionism Realism Early 19th Century

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The Cawnpore Road in Lucknow is a 1858 by Felice A. Beato, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Felice A. Beato
When & what style?: 1858 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This photo shows a dusty street lined with crumbling buildings. People walk or sit in the shade, while a cannon lies abandoned on the left. The structures have arched doorways and broken walls, and a tall tower rises in the background. The image was taken after a battle, showing the aftermath of war in a city. The artist captured real-life scenes, not idealized ones. Check out Realism for more art that focuses on everyday life.

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Felice A. Beato

Felice A. Beato and Felice Antonio Beato are collective signatures used by the brothers Felice Beato and Antonio Beato, who were both pioneering photographers in the 19th century. They were noted for their depictions of…

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