The illustration shows a landscape with a rolling green hill dominating the scene. The horizon is high in the composition, with a line of marching figures extending into the distance, creating depth. The sky above has a mix of blue and grey with scattered clouds. Closest to us, a line of figures carrying shields or circular objects march in unison across the greenery. The brushstrokes are smooth and meticulous, delineating forms with precision. The color palette consists of earthy greens and browns, with the figures wearing reddish-brown attire.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1861/1869
- Medium
- oil on card mounted on paperboard
- Dimensions
- 7722 × 6000 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original