Horace Vernet

French painter known for battle scenes

Horace Vernet - French painter known for battle scenes
Born

June 30th, 1789
235 years ago

Died

January 17th, 1863
162 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

France

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A prominent French painter associated with the depiction of military scenes and historical events. Vernet was a prominent figure in the 19th-century art scene, gaining recognition for his detailed and dynamic representations of battles. His works were characterized by their realism and dramatic composition. He was appointed as a painter for the French army, which allowed him to create an extensive body of work focused on military history. Besides battle scenes, he also produced landscapes and equestrian portraits. His contributions to art not only preserved a visual record of the military but also influenced future generations of artists.

Painted notable battle scenes like 'The Battle of Austerlitz'

Served as a painter to the French army

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