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Allemand's French squadron in pursuit of a British conovy, 1805

Thomas Whitcombe

1850

unspecified

From the collection of National Library of Australia

British Romanticism Early 19th Century Marine

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Allemand's French squadron in pursuit of a British conovy, 1805 is a 1850 unspecified by Thomas Whitcombe, a British Romanticism work, held at National Library of Australia.

Who painted this?: Thomas Whitcombe
When & what style?: 1850 · British Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Library of Australia

About this work

This painting depicts a naval scene with a French squadron in pursuit of a British convoy. The ships are set against a backdrop of a cloudy sky and a vast expanse of water. In the foreground, the French ships are prominently displayed, with their sails billowing in the wind. The British convoy is visible in the distance, with the ships forming a tight cluster as they attempt to evade their pursuers. The painting is a vivid representation of a pivotal moment in naval history. To learn more about the artist's use of light and shadow, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.

About the artist

Artist

Thomas Whitcombe

Thomas Whitcombe (c. 19 May 1763 – c. 1824) was an English painter who specialised in marine art. Among his work are over 150 actions the Royal Navy participated in during the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars,…

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