Tiroler Landsturm 1820

Joseph Anton Koch's "Tiroler Landsturm" (1820) is a historical painting depicting the Tyrolean uprising of 1809 against the Napoleonic forces. The scene unfolds in a village square with towering mountains in the background. A group of armed Tyroleans led by Andreas Hofer, on horseback, raise a flag emblazoned with the words "Für Gott und Kaiser" (For God and Emperor). The painting captures the patriotic fervor and determination of the Tyroleans to defend their homeland. The vivid colors and dynamic composition create a sense of excitement and urgency, highlighting the momentous event in Tyrolean history.