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In the Trenches, 1874. Creator: Alphonse de Neuville
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In the Trenches, 1874. Creator: Alphonse de Neuville
In the Trenches, 1874. Members of the Garde Mobile (French expeditionary forces) are huddled in a shallow trench during the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-71. De Neuville has conveyed the general misery and tedium between battles that is associated with trench warfare. The artist complained that his dealer, Alphonse Goupil, wanted more flattering, less disturbing subjects and refused to pay him more than 6, 000 francs, a small fee, for this painting
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Alphonse De Neuville Alphonse Marie Adolphe De Neuville Alphonse Marie De Neuville Camp Camp Fire Campfire Cold Conflict Franco Prussian War 1870 1871 Guard Huddled Huddled Together Rifle Rifles Trench Trench Warfare Trenches Walters Art Museum
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In the Trenches," an oil on canvas painting by Alphonse Marie Adolphe de Neuville, depicts a chilling scene of French soldiers huddled together in a shallow trench during the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-71. The desolate landscape is set against a wintry backdrop, with soldiers wrapped in heavy coats and blankets, their faces etched with exhaustion and despair. A campfire flickers in the foreground, providing the only source of warmth and light in the frigid conditions. De Neuville masterfully conveys the general misery and tedium of trench warfare, a concept that was relatively new at the time. The soldiers appear weary and disheartened, their weapons at the ready but seemingly unused. The artist's unflinching portrayal of the harsh realities of war was not to the liking of his dealer, Alphonse Goupil, who wanted more flattering and less disturbing subjects. Despite De Neuville's talent and the historical significance of the painting, Goupil refused to pay him more than 6,000 francs, a small fee, for this powerful work of art. This painting, titled "In the Trenches," is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and hardships endured by soldiers during wartime. It is a testament to De Neuville's ability to capture the human condition in the midst of conflict and to preserve historical moments for future generations. This 19th-century masterpiece is a must-see for anyone interested in military history, European art, or the evolution of warfare. Location: Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, Maryland, USA. Dimensions: 15 1/4 x 21 1/2 inches (38.7 x 54.6 cm). Medium: Oil on canvas. Date: 1874. Subject: Franco-Prussian War (1870-71), French soldiers, trench warfare, winter, camp, campfire. Artist: Alphonse Marie Adolphe de Neuville (French, 1835-1901).
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