HAROLD SEPTIMUS POWER (1878-1951) (Soldiers with Cart over the Hill) oil on canvas laid on wooden panel 36.5 x 61.5cm
HAROLD SEPTIMUS POWER (1878-1951)
(Soldiers with Cart over the Hill)
oil on canvas laid on wooden panel
signed lower right: H.S.POWER
36.5 x 61.5cm
PROVENANCE:
The Collection of Andrew Ernest Anderson
Thence by descent
Private collection, Melbourne
OTHER NOTES:
We are honoured to present a remarkable work from the eminent war artist, Harold Septimus Power. The compelling subject of the painting '(Soldiers with Cart over the Hill)', and Power's distinctive style, offers a window into a pivotal era of history and art.
Born in 1877, Harold Septimus Power's journey as an artist took a profound turn with the outbreak of World War I. Well known for his majestic depictions of horses, Power brought this skill and passion to his war art, creating images that captured the raw power and tragic beauty of these animals amidst the chaos of war. The artist's work as an official war artist for the Australian Government allowed him to witness the front lines, capturing scenes with authenticity and a profound sense of immediacy.
Power's war paintings are distinguished by their realism and attention to detail. The painting '(Soldiers with Cart over the Hill),' is an emotive representation of war, featuring soldiers on horses pulling a cart, in what can be presumed as a battlefield scenario. Power's ability to infuse life and motion into his equine subjects stands as a testament to his exceptional skill and deep understanding of these animals and their movements. In this work, the horses are not mere background figures; they are dynamic participants in the scene he portrays, encapsulating the emotional and physical strains of war.
This painting is not just an artistic creation, it is a historical document of the war. Power's works provide invaluable insights into the significant role of horses in World War I, highlighting their contribution and the bond they shared with the soldiers. The use of light, colour, and composition in this painting and the loose brushstrokes, reflects the dramatic intensity and emotional gravity of the war.
Amanda North
Art Specialist
Provenance: The Collection of Andrew Ernest Anderson
Thence by descent
Private collection, Melbourne Dimensions: 36.5 x 61.5cm Artist Name: HAROLD SEPTIMUS POWER (1878-1951) Medium: oil on canvas laid on wooden panel Notes: We are honoured to present a remarkable work from the eminent war artist, Harold Septimus Power. The compelling subject of the painting '(Soldiers with Cart over the Hill)', and Power's distinctive style, offers a window into a pivotal era of history and art.
Born in 1877, Harold Septimus Power's journey as an artist took a profound turn with the outbreak of World War I. Well known for his majestic depictions of horses, Power brought this skill and passion to his war art, creating images that captured the raw power and tragic beauty of these animals amidst the chaos of war. The artist's work as an official war artist for the Australian Government allowed him to witness the front lines, capturing scenes with authenticity and a profound sense of immediacy.
Power's war paintings are distinguished by their realism and attention to detail. The painting '(Soldiers with Cart over the Hill),' is an emotive representation of war, featuring soldiers on horses pulling a cart, in what can be presumed as a battlefield scenario. Power's ability to infuse life and motion into his equine subjects stands as a testament to his exceptional skill and deep understanding of these animals and their movements. In this work, the horses are not mere background figures; they are dynamic participants in the scene he portrays, encapsulating the emotional and physical strains of war.
This painting is not just an artistic creation, it is a historical document of the war. Power's works provide invaluable insights into the significant role of horses in World War I, highlighting their contribution and the bond they shared with the soldiers. The use of light, colour, and composition in this painting and the loose brushstrokes, reflects the dramatic intensity and emotional gravity of the war.
Amanda North
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HAROLD SEPTIMUS POWER (1878-1951)
(Soldiers with Cart over the Hill)
oil on canvas laid on wooden panel
signed lower right: H.S.POWER
36.5 x 61.5cm
PROVENANCE:
The Collection of Andrew Ernest Anderson
Thence by descent
Private collection, Melbourne
OTHER NOTES:
We are honoured to present a remarkable work from the eminent war artist, Harold Septimus Power. The compelling subject of the painting '(Soldiers with Cart over the Hill)', and Power's distinctive style, offers a window into a pivotal era of history and art.
Born in 1877, Harold Septimus Power's journey as an artist took a profound turn with the outbreak of World War I. Well known for his majestic depictions of horses, Power brought this skill and passion to his war art, creating images that captured the raw power and tragic beauty of these animals amidst the chaos of war. The artist's work as an official war artist for the Australian Government allowed him to witness the front lines, capturing scenes with authenticity and a profound sense of immediacy.
Power's war paintings are distinguished by their realism and attention to detail. The painting '(Soldiers with Cart over the Hill),' is an emotive representation of war, featuring soldiers on horses pulling a cart, in what can be presumed as a battlefield scenario. Power's ability to infuse life and motion into his equine subjects stands as a testament to his exceptional skill and deep understanding of these animals and their movements. In this work, the horses are not mere background figures; they are dynamic participants in the scene he portrays, encapsulating the emotional and physical strains of war.
This painting is not just an artistic creation, it is a historical document of the war. Power's works provide invaluable insights into the significant role of horses in World War I, highlighting their contribution and the bond they shared with the soldiers. The use of light, colour, and composition in this painting and the loose brushstrokes, reflects the dramatic intensity and emotional gravity of the war.
Amanda North
Art Specialist
Provenance: The Collection of Andrew Ernest Anderson
Thence by descent
Private collection, Melbourne Dimensions: 36.5 x 61.5cm Artist Name: HAROLD SEPTIMUS POWER (1878-1951) Medium: oil on canvas laid on wooden panel Notes: We are honoured to present a remarkable work from the eminent war artist, Harold Septimus Power. The compelling subject of the painting '(Soldiers with Cart over the Hill)', and Power's distinctive style, offers a window into a pivotal era of history and art.
Born in 1877, Harold Septimus Power's journey as an artist took a profound turn with the outbreak of World War I. Well known for his majestic depictions of horses, Power brought this skill and passion to his war art, creating images that captured the raw power and tragic beauty of these animals amidst the chaos of war. The artist's work as an official war artist for the Australian Government allowed him to witness the front lines, capturing scenes with authenticity and a profound sense of immediacy.
Power's war paintings are distinguished by their realism and attention to detail. The painting '(Soldiers with Cart over the Hill),' is an emotive representation of war, featuring soldiers on horses pulling a cart, in what can be presumed as a battlefield scenario. Power's ability to infuse life and motion into his equine subjects stands as a testament to his exceptional skill and deep understanding of these animals and their movements. In this work, the horses are not mere background figures; they are dynamic participants in the scene he portrays, encapsulating the emotional and physical strains of war.
This painting is not just an artistic creation, it is a historical document of the war. Power's works provide invaluable insights into the significant role of horses in World War I, highlighting their contribution and the bond they shared with the soldiers. The use of light, colour, and composition in this painting and the loose brushstrokes, reflects the dramatic intensity and emotional gravity of the war.
Amanda North
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