Death of Maximilian at Queretaro (L'executionde Maximilien)

Édouard Manet, 1867

This is a painting of a group of figures in a scene. The painting shows a situation where a line of uniformed figures interacts with three standing figures in another group. The uniforms have dark tones and the painting uses black and white. The figures are arranged dynamically, conveying tension. The background is dark, contrasting with the figures in lighter clothing. The style is reminiscent of Édouard Manet, known for capturing poignant and historical moments realistically.
Artista
Édouard Manet
Data
1867
Tipus
Print
Tècnica
lithograph
Col·lecció
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Llicència
Domini públic, CC0

Descripció de la imatge

This is a painting of a group of figures in a scene. The painting shows a situation where a line of uniformed figures interacts with three standing figures in another group. The uniforms have dark tones and the painting uses black and white. The figures are arranged dynamically, conveying tension. The background is dark, contrasting with the figures in lighter clothing. The style is reminiscent of Édouard Manet, known for capturing poignant and historical moments realistically.

Édouard Manet