Bombardment and Capture of Island Number Ten on the Mississippi River, April 7, 1862 (1862) by Currier and Ives

Bombardment and Capture of Island Number Ten on the Mississippi River, April 7, 1862 - Currier and Ives - 1862

Artwork Information

TitleBombardment and Capture of Island Number Ten on the Mississippi River, April 7, 1862
ArtistCurrier and Ives
Date1862
Art MovementRomanticism

About Bombardment and Capture of Island Number Ten on the Mississippi River, April 7, 1862

The artwork titled “Bombardment and Capture of Island Number Ten on the Mississippi River, April 7, 1862,” created by Currier and Ives in 1862, belongs to the Romanticism art movement and falls within the genre of battle painting. This piece is part of a series depicting the American Civil War.

The artwork vividly portrays a historical naval battle on the Mississippi River. A flotilla of Union ironclad gunboats and steamers aggressively bombards an island heavily defended by Confederate forces. The scene is bustling with activity: thick smoke from the cannon fire fills the sky, and vibrant explosions punctuate the somber blue and brown tones of the river and landscape. Flags are prominently displayed on the vessels, adding a sense of patriotism and determination. The skillful use of perspective and detail captures the chaos and intensity of the battle, while the broader composition offers a sweeping view of the river and the strategic significance of Island Number Ten. This work exemplifies the Romanticism movement’s emphasis on dramatic and emotional depictions of historical events.

Other Artwork from Currier and Ives

More Romanticism Artwork

Scroll to Top