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Battle of Poitiers, 25 October 732

Baron Charles de Steuben

Cleveland Museum of Art

The painting depicts a chaotic battle scene with a man on horseback in the center, wearing a red tunic. He has long hair and is holding a flag or banner. Other people are on the ground, some on horseback, and some on foot. A large cross stands behind them. The background features mountains and a blue sky with clouds. The overall color palette is muted, with shades of brown, beige, and gray dominating the scene. In the distance, there appears to be a body of water. The style of the painting suggests it is a historical or romanticized depiction of a battle.

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1218 × 893 px
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