Art and Art History Collection (Saskia)

Scene of War in the Middle Ages (detail)

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Publisher

Saskia, Ltd., Cultural Documentation

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

Two people riding horses, one holding a bow and arrow, the other wearing armor with a helmet. The background shows a cloudy sky and open landscape.

Geographic Location

Paris (France); Paris (France)

Rights

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Media Type

Paintings; Pictures

Identifier

A01-PFF0444

Scene of War in the Middle Ages (detail)

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