A Cavalry BattleSalvator Rosa · 1652
Oil- WallArt
- Baroque
1652- Early Modern
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki
A Vision of Chaos
The painting A Cavalry Battle, created in 1652, presents a scene of intense and chaotic combat. Within this Baroque composition, a group of people are engaged in fighting on horseback amidst the turmoil of battle. The canvas is populated by numerous horses scattered throughout the landscape, with some figures positioned in the foreground while others recede into the background.
The movement within the work captures various stages of conflict. Some individuals are seen riding their horses through the fray, while others appear dismounted or are running through the scene. The overall atmosphere is one of high tension, depicting the essence of a struggle between two opposing forces.
Salvator Rosa (1615 – 1673)
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About this artwork
- Title: A Cavalry Battle
- Artist: Salvator Rosa
- Year: 1652
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki
- Movement: Baroque
- Medium: Oil
- Creative period: Mature Period
- Inventory number: 1970/30
Quick Facts
- Location: Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, Auckland
- Year: 1652
- Notable elements or techniques: Intense and chaotic atmosphere
- Title: A Cavalry Battle
Questions & Answers
How old was Salvator Rosa when creating "A Cavalry Battle" in 1652?
When "A Cavalry Battle" was created in 1652, Salvator Rosa - born in 1615 - was 37 years old.
What feeling does "A Cavalry Battle" by Salvator Rosa convey?
In "A Cavalry Battle", a dramatic mood accompanies a dramatic emotion.
Who created "A Cavalry Battle"?
"A Cavalry Battle" was created by Salvator Rosa. The information on this page describes Salvator Rosa's original work.