艺术流派
Unknown Movement
创作媒介
Unknown Medium
作品信息
艺术家
Benjamin West
创作年代
1789
地点
London, United Kingdom
作品描述
The Burghers of Calais is a historical painting by Benjamin West, depicting the six citizens of Calais who volunteered to be executed by the English to save their city during the Hundred Years' War. The painting captures a moment of dramatic tension and sacrifice, with the figures shown in a pose of resignation and courage. It is considered one of West's most significant works and is part of the Royal Collection.