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Battle of Krasnoi, 18th November 1812 (oil on canvas)
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Battle of Krasnoi, 18th November 1812 (oil on canvas)
XIR154793 Battle of Krasnoi, 18th November 1812 (oil on canvas) by Fort, Jean Antoine Simeon (1793-1861); ChAteau de Versailles, France; (add.info.: Kutuzov barred the French army from retreating at this battle; ); French, out of copyright
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This print captures the intensity and brutality of the Battle of Krasnoi, which took place on November 18th, 1812. Painted by Jean Antoine Simeon Fort, this oil on canvas artwork is housed in the Château de Versailles in France. The scene depicts a pivotal moment during the Napoleonic Russian campaign, where General Kutuzov strategically blocked Napoleon's army from retreating. The painting showcases a snowy winter battlefield filled with chaos and violence. Soldiers engage in fierce combat while mounted troops charge forward with determination. The image portrays the harsh reality of warfare as fallen soldiers lie dead or dying amidst the frozen landscape. The artist skillfully captures both the physicality and emotional toll of battle through his use of color and brushstrokes. The viewer can almost feel the biting cold air and sense the desperation that permeates every aspect of this conflict. This historical masterpiece serves as a reminder of one man's ambition clashing against an indomitable spirit fighting for their homeland. It immortalizes Prince Mikhail Illarionovich Kutuzov as he successfully thwarted Napoleon's attempt to retreat from Moscow. As we gaze upon this powerful image, we are transported back to that fateful day in history when bravery clashed with strategy, leaving an everlasting mark on both nations involved.
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