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Vercingétorix

Eugène Delacroix

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person holding a shield and resting their hand on a sword, standing upright. The person has long hair, a full beard, and wears a crown. They are dressed in armor with a cape draped over their shoulders, leggings, and boots. Various objects are scattered around them, including a detailed helmet, arrows, and a sword. The background depicts a rocky landscape with leafless trees under a cloudy or stormy sky.

Artwork Details

Date
1829
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
3187 × 4346 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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