Discovery of the Body of King Louis the Second 1860

Bertalan Szekely's "Discovery of the Body of King Louis the Second" (1860) depicts the tragic discovery of the deceased King Louis II of Hungary, a powerful historical event. Szekely skillfully portrays the grim scene, where a group of men kneel around the king's body, their expressions reflecting shock and grief. The somber composition, with its muted palette and dramatic lighting, emphasizes the somberness of the occasion, creating a powerful and memorable image.