Who created "1807, Friedland"?

1807, Friedland was created by Ernest Meissonier in ca. 1861–75.

When was "1807, Friedland" created?

This artwork was created ca. 1861–75.

What medium is "1807, Friedland"?

1807, Friedland is Oil on canvas.

Is "1807, Friedland" in the public domain?

Yes, 1807, Friedland is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

1807, Friedland

Ernest Meissonier

ca. 1861–75

Medium

Oil on canvas

Dimensions

53 1/2 x 95 1/2 in. (135.9 x 242.6 cm)

Classification

Paintings

Department

European Paintings

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Gift of Henry Hilton, 1887

Accession Number

87.20.1

Tags

HorsesWarsArmySoldiersNapoleon I

Art Historical Context

Ernest Meissonier’s *1807, Friedland* (ca. 1861–75) captures the chaos and heroism of one of Napoleon Bonaparte’s decisive victories during the Napoleonic Wars. This monumental oil on canvas, measuring over 53 by 95 inches, depicts Battle of Friedland on June 14, 1807, where French forces routed the Russian army along the Alle River in East Prussia. The triumph paved the way for the Treaty of Tilsit, securing Napoleon’s dominance in Europe. Meissonier, a of French Realism, obsessively researched uniforms, weapons, and tactics to bring this pivotal moment to life with astonishing detail. Known...

1807, Friedland

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