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Warsaw on 8 April 1861, by Tony Robert-Fleury, oil, 1884

Warsaw on 8 April 1861

Tony Robert-Fleury

1884

oil

panel

From the collection of National Museum in Kraków

Dominant colour

Overview

Warsaw on 8 April 1861 is a 1884 oil by Tony Robert-Fleury, held at National Museum in Kraków.

Who painted this?
Tony Robert-Fleury
When & what style?
1884
Where can I see it?
National Museum in Kraków

About this work

This painting depicts a chaotic scene of a crowd of people in the midst of a violent event. The group is shown in a state of panic, with some individuals lying on the ground, while others are standing and reacting to the situation. The artist has used oil paint to create the image, which is held at the National Museum in Kraków. Upon closer inspection, it becomes apparent that the artist has employed chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of depth and volume. This technique adds to the overall drama and tension of the scene. The artist who created this powerful and emotive piece is Tony Robert-Fleury.

About the artist

Portrait of Tony Robert-Fleury
Artist

Tony Robert-Fleury

Tony Robert-Fleury (1 September 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French painter, known primarily for historical scenes. He was also a prominent art teacher, with many famous artists among his students.

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