Horace Vernet Collection (#5)

The Coronation of the Empress Maria Feodorovna on 5th April 1797, 19th century. Artist: Horace Vernet
The Coronation of the Empress Maria Feodorovna on 5th April 1797, 19th century. Sophie Dorothea of Wurttemberg (1729-1828) was the second wife of Tsar Paul I of Russia

Judah and Tamar, 1840. Artist: Horace Vernet
Judah and Tamar, 1840. From a private collection

The Gate at Clichy during the Defence of Paris, 30th March 1814, (1904). A reproduction of the painting by Emile Jean Horace Vernet. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 3rd April 1904

The Battle of Bouvines, 27 July 1214, (1875). Artist: CH Jeens
The Battle of Bouvines, 27 July 1214, (1875). The French King Philippe Auguste receiving intelligence of the unexpected approach of the enemy

Rescue of the victims at Aubervilliers fort, 1892. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 11th June 1892

Battle of Valmy, 20th September 1792, (1892). A print from the Le Petit Journal, 17th September 1892

The Emperor Napoleon I, 1815. Artist: Horace Vernet
The Emperor Napoleon I, 1815. The emperor Napoleon Bonaparte is depicted wearing the cross and plaque of the Legion d Honneur and the cross of the Order of the Iron Crown

Battle of Bouvines, 27 July 1214 (1827). Artist: Horace Vernet
Battle of Bouvines, 27 July 1214 (1827). The battle was a victory for the French King Philip Augustus against the allied troops of England, Flanders and the Holy Roman Empire

Mameluke, late 1830s. Artist: Horace Vernet
Mameluke, late 1830s. Found in the collection of the State A Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

The Angel of Death, 1851. Artist: Horace Vernet
The Angel of Death, 1851. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St Petersburg

The Battle of Montmirail, 11 February, 1814, (1822). Artist: Horace Vernet
The Battle of Montmirail, 11 February, 1814, (1822). One of Napoleons (1769-1821) last successes in France, when he defeated the Russian General Sacken

The Battle of Valmy, 20 September, 1792, (1826). Artist: Horace Vernet
The Battle of Valmy, 20 September, 1792, (1826). At this battle a mixture of French regulars and conscripts, under General Francois Kellerman, faced an army of Brunswick veterans

The Battle of Jemappes, 1792, (1821). Artist: Horace Vernet
The Battle of Jemappes, 1792, (1821). The Austrian army was in winter quarters near Jemappes, in the Austrian Netherlands (Belgium) when attacked by the French on 6 November

Lancer 1816 Lithograph Sheet 12 1 / 8 x 9 1 / 16
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Drawings Prints, Print, Napoleon III, L Illustration, Artist, Engraver, Horace Vernet
Drawings and Prints, Print, Napoleon III (from L Illustration), Artist, Engraver, After, Horace Vernet, Anonymous, French, 19th century, French, Paris 1789-1863 Paris, Vernet, Horace, Anonymous

Tomb Raphael Opened September 14 1833 Pantheon
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Caricature Charles-Henri Plantade 19th century
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Horace Vernet and Hippolyte Lecomte (French, 1781 - 1857), Wounded French Attacked by a Cosack, 1817, lithograph

Horace Vernet (French, 1789 - 1863). Portrait of Carle Vernet, 1817. Lithograph

Horace Vernet (French, 1789-1863), Carle Vernet, Full-Length, 1818, lithograph

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Horace Vernet, a renowned 19th-century French artist, left an indelible mark on the art world with his captivating and diverse works. Born on June 30, 1789, in Paris, Vernet's artistic talent blossomed at a young age. His exceptional skills allowed him to paint various subjects ranging from historical events to portraits. One of his notable paintings is "Napoleon on his Deathbed, " created in May 1821. This poignant piece captures the final moments of the iconic leader's life, showcasing Vernet's ability to convey deep emotions through brushstrokes. In contrast to this somber scene is "Napoleon I hunting in Fontainebleau forest" from 1812. Here, Vernet depicts Napoleon during a moment of leisure and power as he embarks on a hunting expedition. The vibrant colors and meticulous details bring the lively atmosphere of the forest to life. Vernet also excelled at portraiture as seen in "Portrait of Filippo Agricola" painted around 1820. With masterful technique and precision, he immortalizes Agricola's likeness on canvas, capturing both physical features and inner essence. Not only did Vernet showcase his talent through painting individuals but also animals like in "Head of an Arab horse. " Created between 1840-50, this oil-on-canvas artwork showcases his ability to capture the grace and strength inherent in these majestic creatures. Throughout his career, Vernet continued honing his craft while leaving behind numerous remarkable pieces such as "The Studio (Interieur d'un Atelier)" from 1824. This painting offers us a glimpse into the artist's creative space—a sanctuary where imagination flourishes. Vernet was not limited by subject matter or style; he explored different genres with equal mastery.