Who painted Painting?

Painting was painted by Cornelis Troost in 1741.

Where can I see Painting?

Painting is held by Army Museum.

Artwork

Painting

Painting is a paint painting by Cornelis Troost. It dates from 1741 and is held in the collection of the Army Museum.

About this work

Overview

This tempera work, executed by Dutch painter Cornelis Troost (1696–1750), portrays a military engagement from the era of Sweden’s King Charles XII. The composition captures the dynamism of 18th‑century warfare, rendered in the precise, linear style for which Troost is known.

Subject & Meaning

The scene illustrates a battle associated with Charles XII’s campaigns, reflecting contemporary interest in the monarch’s military exploits. The choice of this theme was reportedly prompted by the Swedish diplomat Carl Gustaf Tessin, who, during his 1714 travels, encouraged Troost to depict the Swedish king’s forces, linking the work to diplomatic and cultural exchange.

Technique & Style

Created in tempera, the painting employs a subtle chiaroscuro effect to model forms and suggest depth, a method that balances flat color fields with graduated tonal contrasts. Troost’s careful brushwork and controlled palette emphasize the orderly arrangement of troops while allowing the light to highlight key figures.

History & Provenance

According to a note on the reverse side, the work entered a collection after Tessin’s suggestion, though details of its subsequent ownership remain sparse. The painting’s provenance is documented primarily through this inscription, which links the artwork to early 18th‑century patronage networks.