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Le général Louise-Marie Turreau (1756-1816), lors de l'affaire de Gravière (8 prairial, an... c1800 Creator: Louis Hersent)
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Le général Louise-Marie Turreau (1756-1816), lors de l'affaire de Gravière (8 prairial, an... c1800 Creator: Louis Hersent)
Le general Louise-Marie Turreau (1756-1816), lors de l'affaire de Graviere (8 prairial, an VIII - 21 mai 1800), c1800
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This stunning oil painting, created by the renowned French artist Louis Hersent in the early 19th century, captures the intense moment of General Louise-Marie Turreau (1756-1816) during the Affaire de Gravière on 8 Prairial, Year VIII (21 May 1800). The painting depicts Turreau, a military leader from Garambouville, Turreau de Linieres, and an unidentified soldier, all mounted on horses and dressed in military attire. Turreau, with a determined hand gesture and a stern expression, points towards the ground, possibly indicating a strategic location or giving orders to his men. His horse, a powerful animal with arched neck and tense muscles, seems ready to charge into battle. The two other figures, also holding swords and gesturing, follow Turreau's lead. The painting, which is now part of the collection of Musée Carnavalet in Paris, provides a glimpse into the historic military campaigns of France during the Napoleonic Wars. The rich colors and intricate details of the oil on canvas bring the scene to life, transporting the viewer to the countryside of Ardèche, France, where the Affaire de Gravière took place. Louis Hersent, a master of the Linieres school, skillfully captures the essence of the moment, the tension, and the courage of the soldiers. The painting is a testament to the heritage and history of France and its military legacy.
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