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The passage of the Grand-Saint-Bernard, May 20, 1800, 1908 (oil on canvas)
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The passage of the Grand-Saint-Bernard, May 20, 1800, 1908 (oil on canvas)
AIS5336610 The passage of the Grand-Saint-Bernard, May 20, 1800, 1908 (oil on canvas) by Boislecomte, Marie Felix Edmond de (1849-1923); Musee de l Armee, Paris, France; (add.info.: Campaign of Italy: " The passage of the Grand-Saint-Bernard (Grand Saint Bernard), May 20, 1800" The armee of Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) crossing the Alps the 20/05/1800 Painting by Edmond Marie Felix de Boislecomte (1849-1923) 1908 Sun 1, 3x2 m Paris armee museum); eIberfoto; French, out of copyright
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Alps Napoleonic Battle Napoleonic Conquest Napoleonic Wars 1804 1815 Snowy Virility
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The Passage of the Grand-Saint-Bernard, May 20,1800
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is a captivating oil painting by Marie Felix Edmond de Boislecomte that depicts a significant moment in history. The artwork showcases Napoleon Bonaparte's army crossing the treacherous Alps on May 20th, 1800 during the Campaign of Italy. Measuring an impressive 3x2 meters, this masterpiece can be found at the Musee de l'Armee in Paris, France. The painting beautifully captures the grandeur and scale of this monumental event. With its meticulous attention to detail, it transports viewers back in time to witness this historic military maneuver. The composition features a vast mountain landscape with snow-covered peaks and a winding path leading through rocky terrain. Napoleon's troops are depicted as they navigate their way across these challenging conditions on horseback. The horses themselves exude strength and determination while braving the harsh elements. This artwork not only serves as a visual representation of warfare but also highlights themes such as masculinity and virility. It symbolizes bravery and resilience in the face of adversity. Boislecomte's skillful use of color and brushwork brings life to every element within the painting – from the majestic mountains to each individual soldier. This piece is not just an artistic creation; it is also an important historical document that commemorates one of Napoleon's most daring military achievements. "The Passage of the Grand-Saint-Bernard" stands as a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance against nature's formidable obstacles – reminding us all of our capacity for greatness even amidst challenging circumstances.
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