A Cavalry Engagement

Adam Frans van der Meulen

Created:
Movement:
1690
Baroque
key Notes:
Military conflict, dynamic composition
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Dimensions:
8 5/8 x 12 1/2 in. (21.9 x 31.8 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
story of the work:

"A Cavalry Engagement," painted by Adam Frans van der Meulen in 1690, depicts a dynamic battle scene characterized by its dramatic composition and attention to detail, reflecting the artist's expertise in military subjects. Van der Meulen, known for his association with the court of Louis XIV, often captured the grandeur of warfare, and this work exemplifies his ability to convey movement and the chaos of battle.

Description of the work:

"A Cavalry Engagement" by Adam Frans van der Meulen, created in 1690, depicts a dynamic battle scene characterized by a multitude of cavalrymen engaged in combat, set against a dramatic landscape. The use of oil on wood allows for rich color contrasts and detailed rendering of figures and horses, emphasizing the chaos and movement inherent in the depicted conflict.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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A Cavalry Engagement