Artistic analysis

This oil painting by the aragonese artist depicts the Battle of Roncesvalles, which took place in 778, when an army of basques ambushed part of Charlemagne’s forces. The painting is notable for its impressive detail, both in the imposing mountain and in the army deployed upon it; despite its small size, it is rendered with great precision.

Technical information

NIG

P-Pin-001997


Author

Mariano Barbasán Laguerela


Title

Roncesvalles pass


Date

1912


Technique and medium

Oil on canvas


Dimensions

86 x 91 cm


Where can it be found?

Floor 3


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