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DETAILLE, Jean-Baptiste Edouard (1848-1912)
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DETAILLE, Jean-Baptiste Edouard (1848-1912)
DETAILLE, Jean-Baptiste Edouard (1848-1912). Hussar with the Austrian flag. 2nd half 19th c. Oil on canvas. FRANCE. Paris. Army Museum
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Austrian Baptiste Day Light Detaille Edouard Half Hussar Sun Light Up Right
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This stunning oil on canvas painting, titled "Hussar with the Austrian flag" by Jean-Baptiste Edouard Detaille (1848-1912), captures the essence of military life in the late 19th century. The scene is set outdoors, bathed in the warm, golden light of a sunny day. The vertical composition of the image draws the viewer's eye upwards, as a lone hussar is depicted in the foreground, his proud stance and stern expression conveying a sense of duty and discipline. The hussar, a type of light cavalry soldier, wears the distinctive uniform of the Austrian army. The intricate details of his uniform are rendered with meticulous precision by Detaille, from the braids and insignia adorning his jacket to the folds of his trousers and the polished shine of his boots. The Austrian flag, held aloft in one hand, adds a sense of national pride and identity to the image. Detaille, a French artist, was renowned for his realistic and detailed depictions of military life. This painting, created in the second half of the 19th century, is a testament to his skill and dedication to capturing the essence of the military experience. The use of oil paints allows for a rich, vibrant color palette, adding depth and texture to the image. The painting is now housed in the Army Museum in Paris, a fitting home for this impressive work of art that pays tribute to the soldiers of the past.
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