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The Morning After the Battle of Isted 25 July 1850, 1876. Creator: Jorgen Sonne
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The Morning After the Battle of Isted 25 July 1850, 1876. Creator: Jorgen Sonne
The Morning After the Battle of Isted 25 July 1850, 1876
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Asleep Dawn First Schleswig War Jorgen Sonne Jorgen Valentin Sonne Le Matin Mist Misty Morning Sleep Sleeping Sonne Jorgen Sonne Jorgen Valentin Tired Weary
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The Morning After the Battle of Isted, 25 July 1850
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is an evocative oil painting by Danish artist Jorgen Sonne, created in 1876. This masterpiece captures the tranquil aftermath of the Battle of Isted, also known as the First Schleswig War, which took place on July 25, 1850, between Denmark and Prussia and Austria. The painting depicts a serene and misty landscape, with the sun beginning to rise over the battlefield. The once chaotic scene of warfare is now still, as weary soldiers and horses lie asleep or rest in the grassy fields. The horses, with their heavy breaths and drooping heads, reflect the exhaustion of their riders. The soldiers, some clad in their uniforms and others stripped down to their shirts, are scattered throughout the image, adding to the sense of disorder that still lingers despite the newfound calm. The painting's color palette is dominated by earthy tones, with the greens of the fields and the browns of the horses and soldiers contrasting against the blue-grey mist that blankets the landscape. The sky, a mix of pinks and oranges, hints at the approaching dawn. Jorgen Sonne masterfully captures the concept of the passage of time and the weary aftermath of war in this stunning work of art. The painting is now part of the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst (National Gallery of Denmark) and is a testament to the heritage of Danish art and history. This painting invites us to reflect on the human cost of war and the beauty that can be found even in the aftermath of conflict.
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