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Wilfrid Constant BeauquesneAntique French Oil Painting Army Cavarly Soldier Horse Military Despatch Bearer1883
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A fine antique oil painting by Wilfred Constant Beauquesne (1847-1913), of a French cavalry soldier on horseback, 1883.
The painting titled "The Despatch Bearer", depicts a French cavalry soldier riding his horse frantically to deliver despatches to the front. The soldier in full uniform with his cavalry trooper's sword hanging from his sadle & the horse hair from his Cuirassier helmet is fluttering in in the wind. The horse's mane too flapping in the wind and giving the suggestion of frantic uregency and the need for the trooper and steed to get to their destination as quickly as is physically possible. The painting is signed "Beauquesne" and dated "1883", housed in the original black & gilded frame with and 'egg & dart' moulding.
The painting & frame are both in excellent condition, this very fine antique painting is ready to hang on your wall.
At sight without frame 16.50" x 12.50"
Wilfred Constant Beauquesne (1847-1913) was a French painter known for his military scenes and battle depictions. Born on April 9, 1847, in Paris, France, Beauquesne was drawn to the military genre early in his career. Although not as widely known as some of his contemporaries, his work contributed to the popular genre of battle painting in the 19th century, which sought to capture the drama and intensity of warfare.
Beauquesne received his artistic training under the guidance of prominent French painters such as Isidore Pils and Horace Vernet, both of whom were renowned for their military and historical subjects. Influenced by their style and themes, Beauquesne developed a penchant for detail and a commitment to depicting military life and historical battles with accuracy and vigor.
Throughout his career, Beauquesne exhibited his paintings at the Paris Salon, an official art exhibition of the Académie des Beaux-Arts in Paris. His works were generally well-received, and he garnered respect among art critics and the public alike. One of his notable works is 'La Bataille de Champigny', which portrays a scene from the Franco-Prussian War. This painting, like many others by Beauquesne, is marked by its dynamic composition, realistic portrayal of the soldiers, and the atmospheric rendering of the battlefield.
Despite his focus on battle scenes, Beauquesne also painted other subjects, including genre scenes and landscapes. However, it was his military paintings that left a more lasting impression and defined his artistic legacy. Beauquesne's commitment to depicting military events helped document an important era in French history, capturing both the heroism and the tragedy of war.
Wilfred Constant Beauquesne's paintings can be found in various museums and private collections, offering insight into 19th-century military history and art. He passed away on October 4, 1913, in Paris, leaving behind a body of work that continues to be of interest to historians and art enthusiasts interested in the military art genre of that period.
- Creator:Wilfrid Constant Beauquesne (1847 - 1913, French)
- Creation Year:1883
- Dimensions:Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
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- Condition:Excellent antique condition.
- Gallery Location:Portland, OR
- Reference Number:Seller: BB-110281stDibs: LU1366216141162
Wilfrid Constant Beauquesne
Wilfrid-Constant Beauquesne was born in Rennes on October 28, 1847, and died at Montgeron on October 9, 1913. He is a French painter. He was a pupil of Horace Vernet and Émile Vernet-Lecomte at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. A painter of military scenes, he is mainly known for his paintings on the Franco-German War of 1870. We also owe him the decoration of the chapel of Château de Vincennes.
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