Who painted The Combat of the Horatii and the Curatii?

The Combat of the Horatii and the Curatii was painted by Jean-François Janinet in 1783.

Where can I see The Combat of the Horatii and the Curatii?

The Combat of the Horatii and the Curatii is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Combat of the Horatii and the Curatii?

The Combat of the Horatii and the Curatii is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of The Combat of the Horatii and the Curatii?

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Artwork

The Combat of the Horatii and the Curatii

Jean-François Janinet , 1783

The Combat of the Horatii and the Curatii is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Jean-François Janinet. It dates from 1783 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:by later hand, lower right verso in graphite: No 1083 / (not deciphered) 2g 1.84

About this work

Overview

Jean-François Janinet's print, 'The Combat of the Horatii and the Curatii', was created in 1783 using the wash manner technique with blue, red, and black inks.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a chaotic battle scene with three figures fighting in the foreground, while a large group of soldiers and a robed figure holding a spear and olive branch are visible in the background. The floating figure may be a symbolic representation rather than a literal character.

Technique & Style

Janinet employed bold outlines and flat colors to convey a sense of drama in the scene. The use of multiple inks and the wash manner technique contributed to the overall visual effect.