Jacques Courtois il Borgognone ( 1621 - Roma 1676)

"Battle" Jacques Courtois, known as il Borgognone (Saint Hippolyte 1621 - Rome 1676) Oil on canvas Sculpted and gilded frame Canvas cm. 150 x 98 Frame cm. 162 x 110 Excellent condition All details of the work on: https://www.antichitaischia.it/it/prodotto/battaglia- This extraordinary and spectacular battle scene is distinguished by its exceptional panoramic view which, thanks to its extension, depicts cavalry clashes with heated duels in the foreground and the siege of the fortified city on the horizon. Indeed, the large size of the canvas allows the author to express his remarkable abilities in describing the details of the hectic, dramatic moments that characterize this exciting genre of works. The painting unequivocally presents all the stylistic characteristics of the famous painter of French origin Jacques Courtois, one of the most accomplished authors of battles in the 17th century. This important work effectively represents a valid example of the pictorial characteristics that are part of his repertoire. In particular, the hand-to-hand duels both with gunfire and melee weapons, the inimitable contorted figures of white and black horses, the distant images of fortresses, towers and walls of fortified cities. The comparison with the splendid large Battle exhibited in the Prado Museum in Madrid leaves no doubt about the identical stylistic and chromatic analogies (see link), as well as a painting sold by Pandolfini with the same pictorial characteristics. https://www.museodelprado.es/coleccion/obra-de-arte/lucha-por-la-posesion-de-una-fortaleza/a8b4be0e-... Certificate of authenticity is issued according to law (FIMA affiliate) Tracked shipping (DHL TRACKING) and fully insured with anti-shock packaging in a custom-made wooden box. Delivery within 3 working days of receiving the bank transfer (DHL EXPRESS) Negotiable price - Personalized payment If distance allows, we deliver the work directly.