French painting stop of the grenadiers, 18th century
Wonderful French painting from the 18th century. Oil work on canvas depicting the halt of the mounted grenadiers of the King's guard by Charles Parrocel (1688-1752), one of the most representative paintings of eighteenth-century French military painting. Son of art, he joined the cavalry to have a correct idea of military operations and specialized in battle scenes. In this composition the King's elite soldiers are depicted in a moment of pause at the military camp, a scene of rest between officers and soldiers on horseback during a military campaign. This is a very high quality contemporary copy of the original exhibited today at the Louvre in Paris, presumably the work of a pupil or the artist's workshop. A painting of notable pictorial quality, characterized by a solid construction of the figures, a refined rendering of the uniforms and an effective chromatic balance. Large painting, ideal for a large reception room, perfect for military history enthusiasts. Work already restored with relining, replacement of the frame and color recovery in small spots. Overall in good state of conservation.
ID: 2102-1769782765-141592
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