Crusaders before Jerusalem
Wilhelm von Kaulbach
key Notes:
Historical grandeur, Dramatic composition
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Dimensions:
61 5/8 x 74 1/2 in. (156.5 x 189.2 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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story of the work:
"Crusaders before Jerusalem" is a historical painting by Wilhelm von Kaulbach, created in 1840. The work depicts the moment when the Crusaders, led by Godfrey of Bouillon, stand before the city of Jerusalem, reflecting the Romantic interest in medieval themes and national identity prevalent in 19th-century German art.
Description of the work:
"Crusaders before Jerusalem" by Wilhelm von Kaulbach features a dramatic composition that captures the moment of the Crusaders' approach to the city of Jerusalem, characterized by a dynamic arrangement of figures and a rich palette. The painting employs detailed rendering and a sense of movement, emphasizing the emotional intensity of the scene against a backdrop of the city's imposing architecture.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art
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