A priest and a peasant argue with an army officer who may be requisitioning supplies from the unwilling donors. The costumes suggest that the scene is set during the reign of napoleon i (reigned 1804-15). A specialist in military subjects, edouard détaille recorded both battles and scenes of life during peace time. He drew from his own experiences as a soldier during the franco-prussian war (1870-71). Unknown date Place of creation: France. Dimensions: height: 21.9 cm (8.6 in); width: 16.5 cm (6.5 in). Medium: ink and wash, paper. Collection: Walters Art Museum. Jean Baptiste Edouard Detaille - Two Soldiers with Horses - Walters 372795
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