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1847 Rennes, France - 1913 Montgeron. Known for: War and battle painting.
Wilfrid Constant Beauquesne (1847-1913). French artistry was deeply influenced by three wars during the 19th century and, accordingly, the artistic imagination was not lost upon the public.... Read full biography
Wilfrid Constant Beauquesne (1847-1913). French artistry was deeply influenced by three wars during the 19th century and, accordingly, the artistic imagination was not lost upon the public. "Patriotism comes to the aid of battle painters," a contemporary remarked, "presenting them with a... Read full biography
Wilfrid Constant Beauquesne (1847-1913). French artistry was deeply influenced by three wars during the 19th century and, accordingly, the artistic imagination was not lost upon the public. "Patriotism comes to the aid of battle painters," a contemporary remarked, "presenting them with a sympathetic public already fascinated by the subject." After the brief Franco-Prussian conflict of 1870, French painters were particularly anxious to retrieve national pride by presenting works which reflected... Read full biography
Wilfrid Constant Beauquesne (1847-1913). French artistry was deeply influenced by three wars during the 19th century and, accordingly, the artistic imagination was not lost upon the public. "Patriotism comes to the aid of battle painters," a contemporary remarked, "presenting them with a sympathetic public already fascinated by the subject." After the brief Franco-Prussian conflict of 1870, French painters were particularly anxious to retrieve national pride by presenting works which reflected their own national heroism versus enemy brutality. Known for his scenic depictions of this war, Wilfried Beauquesne, a native of Rennes, France, was undoubtedly influenced in his selection of subjects by his instructors at the Ecole des Beaux Arts in... Read full biography
Wilfrid Constant Beauquesne (1847-1913). French artistry was deeply influenced by three wars during the 19th century and, accordingly, the artistic imagination was not lost upon the public. "Patriotism comes to the aid of battle painters," a contemporary remarked, "presenting them with a sympathetic public already fascinated by the subject." After the brief Franco-Prussian conflict of 1870, French painters were particularly anxious to retrieve national pride by presenting works which reflected their own national heroism versus enemy brutality. Known for his scenic depictions of this war, Wilfried Beauquesne, a native of Rennes, France, was undoubtedly influenced in his selection of subjects by his instructors at the Ecole des Beaux Arts in Paris. Vernet-Lecomte and Horace Vernet were both well known military artists. Vernet had actually lived and worked du... Read full biography
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Art images copyright© of artist or assignee"Charge of the French Cuirassiers against the Prussian cavalry. War of 1870."
Wilfrid Constant Beauquesne Auction: 07/02/2017Lot: 117Subscribe or get free alerts
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Art images copyright© of artist or assigneeAbduction during the Franco-Prussian War. 1891
Wilfrid Constant Beauquesne Auction: 10/01/2024Lot: 130Subscribe or get free alerts
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