Gallery Edition – The first snow storm. Gen Pleasanton advancing from Orleans to Waterloo via Warrington, 6th Nov. by Arthur Lumley – 70×44 Interior Architectural Study

Curatorial Narrative In Arthur Lumley’s “The First Snow Storm. Gen Pleasanton Advancing from Orleans to Waterloo via Warrington, 6th Nov”, created in 1862, the artist masterfully employs Realism to convey the historical context of a pivotal moment during the Napoleonic Wars. Through fine brushwork and a predominantly brown tone palette, Lumley captures the somber atmosphere of war-torn Europe, injecting a sense of gravitas into the composition. The white highlights, reserved for the snowstorm, create a striking visual tension, drawing the viewer’s attention to the central figure of General Pleasanton as he advances through the treacherous landscape.When enlarged to 70×44 inches, the artwork’s chromatic structure and spatial depth take on a new level of sophistication. The brown tones, reminiscent of worn leather and distressed wood, evoke a sense of rustic authenticity, pairing seamlessly with rich materials such as reclaimed wood a