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Bringing Up The Guns
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Bringing Up The Guns
An oil painting showing the efforts of a band of soldiers with their horses, pulling some heavy artillery up a slope. Painted by an official Australian war artist. Date: circa 1919
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Artillery Australian Band Bringing Efforts Guns Harold Heavy Official Power Pulling Septimus Slope 1919
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Bringing Up The Guns
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is a powerful and evocative oil painting by the official Australian war artist Harold Septimus Power, depicting the Herculean efforts of a determined band of soldiers and their horses as they laboriously pull heavy artillery up a steep and rocky slope during the aftermath of a battle in the early 20th century. Circa 1919, this masterpiece captures the raw strength and unwavering resolve of the Australian military as they faced the challenges of the battlefield. The painting's title, "Bringing Up The Guns," refers to the crucial tactical maneuver of moving artillery to new positions to support advancing troops and gain a strategic advantage. The soldiers in the painting, their faces etched with determination and grit, work in unison with their horses to pull the massive cannon up the incline. The horses, their coats glistening with sweat, strain with every step, their hooves digging into the rough terrain. The painting's vivid colors and intricate details bring the scene to life, transporting the viewer to the heart of the battlefield. Power's expert use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and dimension, drawing the viewer into the action. The painting's composition, with the soldiers and horses forming a diagonal line leading the viewer's eye up the slope to the gun, emphasizes the sense of progress and determination. "Bringing Up The Guns" is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and heroism of the Australian soldiers during wartime. The painting's enduring power lies in its ability to capture the raw emotion and physicality of war, making it a valuable addition to any collection of historical art.
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