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Watercolor painting on linen “Duel of Knights”, French School, 18th century – France
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An exceptional, large-scale, vertically formatted work entitled “Duel of Knights,” 18th century. These works were typically displayed on boiseries, decorative wall coverings originating in 17th-century France, consisting of panels or moldings, traditionally made of wood, applied to add elegance, warmth, and texture. They often featured a slightly naive style, but always depicted scenes of pastoral life, gallantry, and aristocratic scenes—very popular in the bourgeois bastides of Provence.
In this case, the foreground depicts the duel of knights that gives the work its name. The knights face each other on horseback, aiming their weapons. Behind them lies a walled city, although the background is mostly occupied by a mountainous landscape and a cloudy sky above it. On the left side rises a majestic tree that creates a strong verticality and contrasts with the depth of the horizon.
The use of light is particularly refined: the sunset sky is bathed in warm tones, creating an idyllic and romantic atmosphere. The atmospheric perspective, highlighted by the cooler, softer tones in the background, adds depth and a sense of spaciousness to the work. It is a work of great beauty and visual impact, capable of captivating the viewer and transporting them to a poetic and timeless world.
Technique on support: Watercolor on rustic linen
Title of the work: “Duel of Knights”
School: French School
Period: 18th Century
Country of origin: Southeast France
Good condition for its age and use
Overall dimensions: 188 x 125 x 4 cm
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ConditionGoodColorsBlue, Beige, BlackMaterialCanvasNumber of items1OrientationPortraitArt sizeLargeHeight188 cmWidth125 cmSigns of usageScratches
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Valladolid, SpainOn Whoppah since October 2024 • 1 sale