Art and Art History Collection (Saskia)

Scene of War in the Middle Ages (detail)

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Publisher

Saskia, Ltd., Cultural Documentation

Time Period

1865

Abstract

This painting was accepted for the Salon of 1865 but did not receive much attention. This focus on history painting is an indication of Degas' ambition as well as his adherence to the traditional means of winning official commendation and commissions by exhibiting at the Salon.

Keywords

Paris, France, Paris, France, Style: French Realist/Impressionist, School: Realist/Impressionist, Movement: Realism/Impressionism, French, Painting;, Painting

Alt Text

A historical painting depicting a chaotic scene with people on horseback and others on the ground. The background shows a stormy sky over a barren landscape.

Geographic Location

Paris (France); Paris (France)

Rights

This material is licensed by USF Libraries for the research and teaching needs of USF students, staff, and faculty only. See: https://lib.usf.edu/collections-and-discovery/collection-management/user-terms/

Access Restrictions

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Media Type

Paintings; Pictures

Identifier

A01-PFF0443

Scene of War in the Middle Ages (detail)

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