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Heroic Battle, 1652 (oil on canvas)
898936 Heroic Battle, 1652 (oil on canvas) by Rosa, Salvator (1615-73); 214x351 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: (PE6310 LA17291) Heroic Battle. NOTE: Commissioned in 1652 by Monsignor Corsini, nuncio of the pope in France, to pay tribute to King Louis XIV; of fert finally in 1664 by Cardinal Chigi.); Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 18256731
© Louvre, Paris, France / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures the essence of "Heroic Battle, 1652" by Salvator Rosa. Painted on a grand scale with oil on canvas, this masterpiece measures an impressive 214x351 cm and is housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris, France. The painting depicts a dramatic scene of a heroic battle set amidst a classical landscape. The ruins of ancient columns serve as a backdrop to the intense fighting taking place between mounted warriors. Horses gallop fiercely across the battlefield while soldiers engage in fierce combat. Rosa's attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke, bringing life and movement to each figure and horse. The architectural elements add depth and grandeur to the composition, enhancing its epic nature. Commissioned by Monsignor Corsini, nuncio of the pope in France, as a tribute to King Louis XIV, this artwork embodies bravery and valor. It was later acquired by Cardinal Chigi in 1664. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from Fine Art Finder, we are transported back in time to witness this historic moment unfold before our eyes. It serves as a reminder of humanity's enduring spirit and resilience even amidst chaos and destruction.
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