The end of Borodino battle 1900

Vasily Vereshchagin’s *The end of Borodino battle* depicts the aftermath of the 1812 Battle of Borodino, a pivotal clash between Russia and France during the Napoleonic Wars. Created in 1900, the painting features a chaotic scene of fallen soldiers, horses, and battle equipment, emphasizing the brutal reality of war. The scene is filled with a sense of desolation and loss, highlighting Vereshchagin's signature style of painting war realism, which he developed over a 20-year career. His artwork often challenged romanticized depictions of war, offering a stark and often gruesome portrayal of its consequences.