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Études de têtes pour "La Barrière de Clichy - Défense de Paris, le 30 mars 1814", c1820. Creator: Emile Jean-Horace Vernet. Études de têtes pour "La Barrière de Clichy - Défense de Paris
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Études de têtes pour "La Barrière de Clichy - Défense de Paris, le 30 mars 1814", c1820. Creator: Emile Jean-Horace Vernet. Études de têtes pour "La Barrière de Clichy - Défense de Paris
Etudes de tetes pour "La Barriere de Clichy - Defense de Paris, le 30 mars 1814", c1820
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This photograph print showcases a pair of intricately detailed studies for Emile Jean-Horace Vernet's masterpiece, "La Barrière de Clichy - Défense de Paris, le 30 mars 1814," painted around 1820. The painting itself is a significant work of historical art, depicting the Battle of Paris during the French Campaign of 1814. In these études de têtes, or head studies, we see the meticulous attention to detail that Vernet brought to his subjects. The two men in the print are dressed in the fashion of the early 19th century, with one wearing a bicorne hat, a common headgear for French soldiers during this time. The other man dons a top hat, suggesting a more affluent or civilian status. Their clothing, with its rich colors and textures, transports us back to the era of the Napoleonic Wars. The studies are housed in the Musée de l'Orangerie in Paris, France, a prestigious institution dedicated to preserving the country's artistic heritage. The oil painting, now a cherished part of France's historical record, captures the intensity and determination of the men defending Paris during this pivotal moment in history. Vernet's mastery of color and composition is evident in these studies, with each profile expertly rendered to convey the unique character of the individual. The artist's skillful brushwork brings the men to life, inviting us to imagine their stories and experiences during the Battle of Paris. This photograph print offers a rare glimpse into the creative process of a master artist, providing a fascinating insight into the world of 19th-century French art and history.
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