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The scene of war, by Horace Vernet, oil, 1861

The scene of war

Horace Vernet

1861

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Gallery of Armenia

Dominant colour

Overview

The scene of war is a 1861 oil by Horace Vernet, depicting Horse, held at National Gallery of Armenia.

Who painted this?
Horace Vernet
When & what style?
1861
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Armenia

About this work

The painting depicts a man riding a white horse, with a large bundle strapped to the horse's back. The man is dressed in a white shirt and red pants, and he holds a long stick in his right hand. In the background, there are rolling hills and mountains, with a group of people gathered in the distance. The scene appears to be set in a rural or mountainous area, with the horse and rider navigating a rocky path. The man's clothing and the style of the painting suggest that it may be a historical or genre scene. This painting is reminiscent of the work of artist Horace Vernet, who was known for his depictions of horses and military scenes.

About the artist

Portrait of Horace Vernet
Artist

Horace Vernet

Émile Jean-Horace Vernet (French pronunciation: ; 30 June 1789 – 17 January 1863), better known as Horace Vernet, was a French painter of battles, portraits, and Orientalist subjects.

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