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The Battlefield of Isaszeg, by Mihály Munkácsy, oil, 1867

The Battlefield of Isaszeg

Mihály Munkácsy

1867

oil

canvas

From the collection of Hungarian National Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

The Battlefield of Isaszeg is a 1867 oil by Mihály Munkácsy, a Realism work, held at Hungarian National Gallery.

Who painted this?
Mihály Munkácsy
When & what style?
1867 · Realism
Where can I see it?
Hungarian National Gallery

About this work

This painting depicts a battlefield scene, with a group of people in the foreground. They are dressed in white and dark clothing, and some are lying on the ground. In the background, there is a vast landscape with rolling hills and a cloudy sky. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. The brushstrokes are bold and expressive, adding texture and emotion to the painting. For more information on the artist behind this work, look up Mihály Munkácsy.

About the artist

Portrait of Mihály Munkácsy
Artist

Mihály Munkácsy

Mihály Munkácsy (Hungarian pronunciation: ; 20 February 1844 – 1 May 1900) was a Hungarian painter. He earned international reputation with his genre pictures and large-scale biblical paintings.

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