The artwork titled “Battle of the Scythians with the Slavs (sketch)” is by Viktor Vasnetsov, and it belongs to the Romanticism art movement. The genre of this artwork is battle painting.
The artwork vividly captures a chaotic and intense battle scene between the Scythians and the Slavs. The brushstrokes are vigorous, reflecting the motion and ferocity of combat. Horses are depicted in mid-stride and warriors are engaged in fierce combat, brandishing weapons and shields. The use of color is bold and dramatic, enhancing the sense of urgency and movement within the scene. The overall composition portrays a tumultuous and energetic clash, emblematic of the Romanticism movement’s focus on dramatic and emotional subject matter.
