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King Imre Captures his Factional Brother, Endre, by Mór Than, oil, 1857

King Imre Captures his Factional Brother, Endre

Mór Than

1857

oil

canvas

From the collection of Hungarian National Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

King Imre Captures his Factional Brother, Endre is a 1857 oil by Mór Than, held at Hungarian National Gallery.

Who painted this?
Mór Than
When & what style?
1857
Where can I see it?
Hungarian National Gallery

About this work

In this painting, a regal figure in a red robe and crown stands at the center, grasping a sword in his right hand. He is surrounded by a group of men, some of whom are armed and appear to be in the midst of a struggle. The scene is set against a backdrop of buildings and a yellow sky. The king's red robe and crown are prominent features of the painting, drawing attention to his central role in the scene. The surrounding figures are depicted in various states of action, adding to the sense of tension and drama. For more information on the artist behind this work, explore the art of Mór Than.

About the artist

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Artist

Mór Than

Mór Than (Hungarian: ; 19 June 1828 – 11 March 1899) was a Hungarian painter. He painted in the Realist school and worked with several high-profile Hungarian and Austrian painters of his time. He travelled around Italy,…

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