The artwork titled “The Death of General Wolfe at Quebec, 1759” by George Romney, created in 1763, is representative of the Rococo art movement and belongs to the genre of sketch and study. The artwork, executed in oil on canvas, captures a poignant moment featuring two male figures dressed in 18th-century military attire, composed in a manner that underscores the gravity of the scene.
The artwork presents a close-up study of the faces and upper bodies of the two soldiers. The central focus is on the interaction between the two figures, with the standing figure looking pensively at the other, who appears to be in a state of distress or nearing death. The background is an abstract mixture of shades, primarily conveying an unfinished feel, which emphasizes the sketch-like quality of the piece. The overall mood is somber, effectively depicting the significance of the historical event it references.