Artwork
A General on Horseback (Charles of Lorraine)
A General on Horseback (Charles of Lorraine) is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jan van Huchtenburgh. It dates from 1690 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
A General on Horseback (Charles of Lorraine) is a 1690 mezzotint print by Jan van Huchtenburgh.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a battle scene with a central figure on horseback, dressed in armor and wielding a sword, surrounded by fallen and fighting soldiers amidst a dark, smoky background.
Technique & Style
The artist employed deep shadows and strong contrasts to create a dramatic effect, characteristic of the Baroque style, which often featured intense action and emotion.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Jan van Huchtenburg also written as Johan van Huchtenburg (1646 – 1733) was a Dutch painter of equestrian and battle scenes, as well as an engraver of mezzotints, publisher, and art dealer.
