Carle (Antoine Charles Horace) Vernet

Antoine Charles Horace Vernet (1758–1879) was a French painter and lithographer associated with the Romanticism movement. He is renowned for his dramatic landscapes and battle scenes, which often depicted the tumultuous nature of war and the beauty of the natural world. Vernet's work was influential in shaping the Romantic aesthetic in France, and he played a significant role in the development of military art. He was appointed as the official painter of the French army, which further solidified his reputation. His legacy includes a vast body of work that continues to be celebrated for its emotional intensity and technical skill.