Mars 1864

"Mars" is a painting by Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres, completed in 1864. It depicts the Roman god of war, Mars, in a close-up portrait, gazing upward with a dramatic expression. The figure is depicted in full armor, with a golden helmet, breastplate, and shield, highlighting his strength and power. Ingres' meticulous attention to detail, particularly in the rendering of the armor, is characteristic of his Neoclassical style. The composition of the painting, with Mars' head and shoulders filling the frame, creates an intimate and powerful image.