The image shows an aerial view of a vast landscape. Mountains are visible in the background, and in the foreground, there are soldiers on horseback and wagons moving. Further out, more troops are engaged in battle on a plain leading to the mountains. Smoke rises from the conflict area. The painting is detailed with precise brushstrokes. The color scheme is earthy, with browns, yellows, gray-blue uniforms, and soft pastel sky hues transitioning from light blue to orange at the horizon.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1851
- Medium
- hand-colored lithograph on wove paper
- Dimensions
- 12233 × 9110 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original