The image depicts a battle scene from an elevated viewpoint, showing soldiers in action on a plain. In the background, there are distant mountains. The sky has soft clouds against a light blue backdrop, contrasting with the activity below. Soldiers in uniforms are seen on the plain, with billowing smoke and waving flags. The scene includes troops and artillery engaged in the distance. The color palette consists of earthy browns, blues, and grays, emphasizing the liveliness of the battle.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1851
- Medium
- hand-colored lithograph on wove paper
- Dimensions
- 12233 × 9110 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original