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Greek Cavalry Men Resting in Forest, 1858 (oil on fabric)
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Greek Cavalry Men Resting in Forest, 1858 (oil on fabric)
490780 Greek Cavalry Men Resting in Forest, 1858 (oil on fabric) by Delacroix, Ferdinand Victor Eugene (1798-1863); 50.4x61.5 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: The Greek struggle for independence from the Ottoman Empire in the 1820s caught the imagination of numerous French artists, who identified the Greek cause with their own revolution thirty years earlier. Like British Romantic poets, French artists regarded the Greek war of independence as a struggle for the survival of Western democracy and Christian civilization); Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Wade; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22403472
© Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Wade / Bridgeman Images
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This print transports us back to the year 1858, capturing a serene moment in history. Painted by Ferdinand Victor Eugene Delacroix, "Greek Cavalry Men Resting in Forest" depicts a group of weary Greek soldiers taking respite amidst nature's embrace. The oil on fabric artwork measures 50.4x61.5 cm and is housed at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA. During the early 19th century, Greece was engaged in a fierce struggle for independence from the Ottoman Empire. This fight resonated deeply with French artists like Delacroix who saw parallels between this conflict and their own revolution three decades earlier. To them, the Greek war represented not only a battle for freedom but also the preservation of Western democracy and Christian civilization. In this painting, we witness these brave cavalry men momentarily pausing their military duties to find solace within a forest sanctuary. Their horses stand nearby as loyal companions while they recharge their spirits amidst nature's tranquility. The artist skillfully captures both the exhaustion etched on their faces and the strength that lies within them. Delacroix's brushstrokes bring life to every detail - from each blade of grass beneath their feet to every leaf rustling overhead - creating an immersive experience for viewers today. This timeless masterpiece serves as a poignant reminder of human resilience during times of strife and celebrates those who fought valiantly for freedom throughout history.
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