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Group from The Fresco The Arts of War, after Sir Frederick Leighton, P.R.A. c1880-83. Creator: A Gilbert
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Group from The Fresco The Arts of War, after Sir Frederick Leighton, P.R.A. c1880-83. Creator: A Gilbert
'Group from The Fresco The Arts of War, after Sir Frederick Leighton, P.R.A.'. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]
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Group from The Fresco The Arts of War
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is a captivating black and white print after Sir Frederick Leighton's masterpiece, created by the artist A. Gilbert in the late 19th century. The image pays homage to Sir Frederick Leighton's original painting, completed between 1880 and 1883, which showcases a group of men preparing for war in an Italian setting reminiscent of the 16th century. Sir Frederick Leighton, born in 1830, was a renowned British painter and sculptor, knighted for his services to art in 1868 and created a Baronet in 1878. His works often depicted historical, mythological, and allegorical themes, and "The Arts of War" is one of his most famous pieces. In this print, we see a group of young men, dressed in various stages of readiness for battle. Some are donning intricate armor, while others are adjusting their apparel or looking away in contemplation. The men's attire ranges from the traditional Italian clothing of the 16th century to the more modern military uniforms of the 19th century, reflecting the fusion of historical and contemporary elements in Leighton's artwork. The men are gathered in a dimly lit room, with the faint outlines of a fresco on the wall behind them. The print's monochromatic palette adds to the sense of timelessness and solemnity, as the men prepare for the trials and tribulations of warfare. This evocative print, created by A. Gilbert, offers a glimpse into the world of Sir Frederick Leighton's "The Arts of War," capturing the essence of the original painting while also standing as a work of art in its own right.
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