Horace Vernet

France 1789-1863
Horace Vernet (1789-1863) was a distinguished French painter, renowned for his dynamic and realistic depictions of military and historical scenes. Born into an illustrious family of artists on June 30, 1789, in Paris, Horace was the son of Carle Vernet, a celebrated landscape and battle painter, and grandson of Claude-Joseph Vernet, a prominent landscape artist. Vernet's artistic career blossomed during the early 19th century when he established himself as a leading figure in French art, capturing the spirit and drama of the Napoleonic era and beyond. His works are characterized by their meticulous attention to detail, vivid colors, and a flair for storytelling that often placed the viewer at the heart of the action. He excelled in portraying the life and struggles of soldiers, whether depicting grand battles or intimate moments of camp life, thus earning him commissions from both Napoleon Bonaparte and subsequent French governments. Notable among his oeuvre is "The Battle of Valmy" which immortalizes a pivotal moment in the French Revolutionary Wars, and "The Charge of the French Cuirassiers at Friedland," which showcases his mastery in rendering cavalry charges with energy and realism. In addition to his battle paintings, Vernet also created portraits, Orientalist scenes, and dramatic depictions of contemporary events, such as "The Execution of Marshal Ney." Throughout his prolific career, Vernet received numerous honors and accolades, including being appointed director of the French Academy in Rome in 1826. His work not only reflected the tumultuous political climate of his time but also played a significant role in shaping public memory through his visual narratives. In the later years of his life, Vernet continued to receive commissions for important historical paintings and contributed to the decoration of public buildings, while his influence extended to the next generation of artists. Despite his passing on January 17, 1863, his legacy endures through the enduring impact of his artworks, which continue to captivate viewers with their historical depth and artistic virtuosity.

Collection of Works(Page 1)

A Bashi-Bazouk,Horace Vernet,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, weapon, multiple boys, facial hair, beard, desert
A Bashi-Bazouk
Painter: Horace Vernet
Resolution: 3610 × 4264 px
Allan M'Aulay,Horace Vernet,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, weapon, sword, solo, 1boy, male focus, fine art parody
Allan M'Aulay
Painter: Horace Vernet
Resolution: 3541 × 4237 px
Angel of the Death,Horace Vernet,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, blonde hair, wings, 1girl, long hair, book
Angel of the Death
Painter: Horace Vernet
Resolution: 7904 × 10272 px
Bertel Thorvaldsen (1768–1844) with the Bust of Horace Vernet,Horace Vernet,Oil Painting,Oil Painting
Bertel Thorvaldsen (1768–1844) with the Bust of Horace Vernet
Painter: Horace Vernet
Resolution: 2761 × 3542 px
A Roman Herdsman driving Cattle,Horace Vernet,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, horse, riding, outdoors
A Roman Herdsman driving Cattle
Painter: Horace Vernet
Resolution: 4282 × 2830 px
An Algerian Lady Hawking,Horace Vernet,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, fine art parody, horse, riding, 1girl
An Algerian Lady Hawking
Painter: Horace Vernet
Resolution: 3492 × 4264 px
Arab on Horseback,Horace Vernet,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, riding, 1boy, horse, male focus, horseback riding
Arab on Horseback
Painter: Horace Vernet
Resolution: 4729 × 5775 px
Caricature of Charles-Henri Plantade,Horace Vernet,Sketch,Sketch, solo, 1boy, male focus, monochrome, sepia
Caricature of Charles-Henri Plantade
Painter: Horace Vernet
Resolution: 2709 × 3500 px
Academic Study of Adolescent Boy, Seen from Behind,Horace Vernet,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, 1girl, solo, nude
Academic Study of Adolescent Boy, Seen from Behind
Painter: Horace Vernet
Resolution: 2955 × 3660 px
An Eastern Trader,Horace Vernet,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, male focus, 1boy, sitting, facial hair, turban
An Eastern Trader
Painter: Horace Vernet
Resolution: 3151 × 4250 px
Arab Warrior,Horace Vernet,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, barefoot, solo, turban, robe, weapon, cape, 1boy
Arab Warrior
Painter: Horace Vernet
Resolution: 2518 × 3604 px
Combat of a Greek and a Turk,Horace Vernet,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, horse, weapon, riding, sword
Combat of a Greek and a Turk
Painter: Horace Vernet
Resolution: 5402 × 7315 px