A Turk Surrenders to a Greek Horseman

Ferdinand-Victor-Eugène Delacroix

Created:
Movement:
1827
Romanticism
key Notes:
Turkish Surrender, Dramatic Encounter
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Dimensions:
25 1/4 x 32 1/4 in. (64.1 x 81.9 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

"A Turk Surrenders to a Greek Horseman," painted by Ferdinand-Victor-Eugène Delacroix in 1827, depicts a dramatic moment during the Greek War of Independence, highlighting themes of heroism and the struggle for freedom. This work reflects Delacroix's engagement with contemporary political events and his interest in the Romantic movement, characterized by emotional intensity and vivid color.

Description of the work:

"A Turk Surrenders to a Greek Horseman," painted by Ferdinand-Victor-Eugène Delacroix in 1827, depicts a dramatic encounter between a Turkish soldier and a Greek horseman, characterized by dynamic movement and vivid color contrasts. The composition is marked by the expressive use of light and shadow, highlighting the emotional intensity of the moment, while the figures are rendered with a sense of realism that underscores the historical context of the Greek War of Independence.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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A Turk Surrenders to a Greek Horseman