The Death of General Wolfe is a 1771 painting by the Anglo-American artist Benjamin West. It depicts the final moments of British general James Wolfe during the Battle of Quebec. The Battle of Quebec happened during the Seven Years' War. It is oil on canvas. West depicts General Wolfe as a Christ-like figure. The painting has a triangular composition, made by the top of the flag and the placement of the men. The Native American in the painting has been analyzed in various ways. He looks like Rodin's The Thinker.
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Benjamin West Death of General Wolfe
The Death of General Wolfe is a 1771 painting by the Anglo-American artist Benjamin West. It depicts the final moments of British general James Wolfe during the Battle of Quebec. The Battle of Quebec happened during the Seven Years' War. It is oil on canvas. West depicts General Wolfe as a Christ-like figure. The painting has a triangular composition, made by the top of the flag and the placement of the men. The Native American in the painting has been analyzed in various ways. He looks like Rodin's The Thinker.
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