Military Theme Painting, Oil On Canvas From The Late 19th Century, Wooden Frame And Stucco

This oil on canvas painting, created at the end of the 19th century, immerses the viewer in a war scene that is both realistic and poignant. At the heart of the composition, a wounded officer, dressed in a dark uniform adorned with military decorations, collapses to the ground. His condition suggests that he was struck by an explosion or violent clash, symbolizing the brutality of the conflicts of the time. Around him, soldiers in red and blue uniforms, characteristic of the armies of the period, embody an atmosphere of tension and resignation. One of them, standing, observes the scene with a grave gaze, while another, kneeling, seems to be desperately trying to help the officer. Their attitudes reflect both military discipline and humanity in the face of suffering. The frame surrounding the work, decorated with gilded motifs and floral details, is in the Baroque or Neo-Baroque style, typical of the decorative art of this period. However, it bears the marks of time: signs of wear, loss, and tarnish appear, indicating that restoration would be necessary to restore it to its original splendor. The colors of the canvas, although slightly attenuated by the years, retain a remarkable expressiveness. The striking contrasts between the soldiers' uniforms and the landscape in the background, evoking a battlefield or ravaged terrain, reinforce the dramatic impact of the scene. This play of colors and lights underlines the duality between military rigor and the chaos of war. In short, this work, through its realism and emotional charge, offers a poignant testimony to the human dramas linked to the conflicts of the 19th century. It invites the viewer to reflect on the consequences of war, while highlighting the artist's talent for capturing the intensity of historical moments. You can follow me on my Instagram by following this link: https://www.instagram.com/patrick.boussougant/ Back to the store: Online sale of antique objects and furniture, secure purchase (abnantiquitesdenormandie.com) Possibility of delivery (ask for a transport quote) Delivery in Paris 2 to 3 times per week Possibility of payment in 3 or 4 installments free of charge in the store and on my website https://abnantiquitésdenormandie.com See you soon