Equestrian Portrait of Joachim Murat by Antoine-Jean Gros

Equestrian Portrait of Joachim Murat 1812

antoinejeangros

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

acrylic on canvas

animal portrait

horse

surrealism

mythology

animal drawing portrait

facial portrait

surrealist

portrait art

fine art portrait

This equestrian portrait of Joachim Murat, painted in 1812 by Antoine-Jean Gros, depicts the Marshal of the Empire in his full military regalia. The image captures Murat on horseback, with a tiger skin saddle, suggesting his boldness and strength. Gros, known for his Romantic style, employed a dynamic composition that showcases the powerful presence of the military leader. The work is representative of Napoleonic portraiture, which celebrated the victories and heroic figures of the French Empire.