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The Attack at Dawn, 1877 (oil on canvas)

The Attack at Dawn, 1877 (oil on canvas)


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The Attack at Dawn, 1877 (oil on canvas)

WLT207148 The Attack at Dawn, 1877 (oil on canvas) by Neuville, Alphonse Marie de (1835-85); 146.5x222 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, USA; French, out of copyright

Media ID 18252825

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The Attack at Dawn, 1877

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is a captivating oil on canvas painting by Alphonse Marie de Neuville that depicts a dramatic scene set in the winter. The artwork, measuring 146.5x222 cm, can be found at the Walters Art Museum in Baltimore, USA. In this intense composition, an ambush unfolds under the cover of darkness as soldiers launch a surprise attack on their unsuspecting enemies. The street lamp casts an eerie glow on the snow-covered landscape, illuminating the chaotic scene. A carriage stands abandoned nearby while shots are fired from both sides. Neuville's attention to detail is evident in his meticulous rendering of uniforms and weaponry. Every brushstroke captures the tension and urgency of this deadly encounter. The artist skillfully portrays the intensity of warfare with his masterful use of light and shadow. The setting adds to the atmosphere; it is clear that this confrontation takes place during harsh winter conditions. Snow blankets every surface, creating a stark contrast against dark figures engaged in combat. "The Attack at Dawn" invites viewers into a moment frozen in time—a pivotal battle where lives hang in balance and history unfolds before our eyes. This powerful artwork serves as a reminder of humanity's capacity for violence and sacrifice during times of conflict.

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