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En 1812. (Les prisonniers captures de la Grande Armee de Napoleon marchent dans la neige, a bout de force, escortes par des paysans russes). Peinture de Illarion Mikhailovich Pryanishnikov (1840-1894), huile sur toile, 1873. Art russe 19e siecle
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En 1812. (Les prisonniers captures de la Grande Armee de Napoleon marchent dans la neige, a bout de force, escortes par des paysans russes). Peinture de Illarion Mikhailovich Pryanishnikov (1840-1894), huile sur toile, 1873. Art russe 19e siecle
FIA5341717 En 1812. (Les prisonniers captures de la Grande Armee de Napoleon marchent dans la neige, a bout de force, escortes par des paysans russes). Peinture de Illarion Mikhailovich Pryanishnikov (1840-1894), huile sur toile, 1873. Art russe 19e siecle. State Museum of L. Toltoy, Moscou. by Pryanishnikov, Illarion Mikhailovich (1840-94); State Historical Museum, Moscow, Russia; Photo © Fine Art Images
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This powerful and evocative painting, titled "En 1812" captures a haunting scene from history. Painted by Illarion Mikhailovich Pryanishnikov in 1873, it depicts the captured soldiers of Napoleon's Grande Armée trudging through the snow, utterly exhausted and on the brink of collapse. They are being escorted by Russian peasants, their faces etched with weariness and determination. The artist skillfully portrays the harshness of winter as a metaphor for the brutal reality faced by these prisoners. The cold and unforgiving landscape serves as a stark reminder of their defeat and the disastrous retreat from Russia in 1812. It is a poignant representation of war's devastating toll on both sides. Pryanishnikov's use of color adds depth to this historical narrative. The muted tones convey a sense of desolation while highlighting the resilience and strength exhibited by those involved in this tragic event. The painting not only tells a story but also invites viewers to reflect upon human suffering during times of conflict. Displayed at the State Museum of L. Toltoy in Moscow, this artwork stands as an important piece within Russian art history. It serves as a testament to Pryanishnikov's talent in capturing emotion through his brushstrokes while commemorating one of Russia's most significant moments during the Napoleonic Wars. Overall, "En 1812" is more than just an image frozen in time; it encapsulates an entire chapter within history that continues to resonate with audiences today.
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