Russia: The Battle of Joshua

Johann Heinrich Schönfeld (1609-1682/3). The Battle of Joshua. Detail. Oil on canvas. 135 by 370. Forties of 17th century. The picture, recorded at Prague Castle since 1685, was cut into two pieces in the middle of the 18th century. These were joined together again in 1964 to form the original unit. The German painter used his daring and subjective imagination to create a new entity out of Neapolitan stimuli and Roman motives. The Baroque delight with space and the mysterious drama of the oriental battle presented in effective light foresaw the painting of the 18th century and represent the most striking aspect of the general effect.

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