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Napoleon at Maly Yaroslavets (oil on canvas)
BAL266168 Napoleon at Maly Yaroslavets (oil on canvas) by Bakalowicz, Stefan Vladislavovich (1857-1947); State Central Artillery Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; (add.info.: Battle 1812; Patriotic War; )
Media ID 25168966
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Napoleon at Maly Yaroslavets - A Frozen Glimpse into the Brutality of War
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. In this oil on canvas print, titled "Napoleon at Maly Yaroslavets" artist Stefan Vladislavovich Bakalowicz transports us to a chilling moment in history. The painting, housed in the State Central Artillery Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia, depicts a scene from the Battle of 1812 during the Patriotic War. The destruction and devastation caused by this campaign are vividly portrayed as frozen bodies lay scattered across the snowy landscape. Napoleon Bonaparte himself is shown seated amidst his army, his body draped in military uniform. The fire raging behind him serves as a haunting reminder of the violence that has unfolded. This powerful image not only captures the physical toll of war but also highlights its impact on health and medicine during this tumultuous period. The wounded soldiers with injured limbs evoke thoughts of both suffering and resilience. Asklepios, the Greek god associated with healing and medicine, seems to watch over these fallen warriors from above—a symbol of hope amidst despair. Bakalowicz's masterful brushstrokes bring together elements from both the 19th and 20th centuries, bridging time periods to present an indelible snapshot of history. Through this artwork, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by those who fought for their nations' causes while reflecting upon our own responsibility to strive for peace and understanding today.
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