Armé d'un fer sanglant, couvert d'un bouclier... 1825

"Armé d'un fer sanglant, couvert d'un bouclier..." (Armed with a bloody iron, covered with a shield...), a lithograph by Horace Vernet, depicts a dramatic scene of battle. The artwork is a visual narrative of a moment of conflict, capturing the energy and chaos of warfare. The soldiers, clad in armor and wielding weapons, charge towards the enemy, their expressions filled with determination and fear. The crumbling wall and the smoke in the distance suggest a fierce fight in progress. Vernet’s detailed depiction of the battlefield reflects the influence of Romanticism on his work, showcasing a fascination with historical subjects.