plate no. 6658

Departure of Louis XVIII from the Palace of the Tuileries on the Night of 20 March 1815

oilNeoclassicismhistory paintingfigureshistorical eventpalaceinteriorcrowddeparture

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in depicting figures in a crowd and understanding how to create a sense of drama through chiaroscuro. It also provides practice in rendering textures and details with loose brushwork.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 25 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Begin with a light sketch to establish the overall composition and placement of figures.
step 02
Block in the main areas of light and shadow using thin washes of color.
step 03
Develop the background and architectural elements, focusing on accurate perspective.
step 04
Start defining the figures, paying attention to their gestures and expressions.
step 05
Gradually build up layers of color and detail, working from dark to light.
step 06
Refine the highlights and shadows to create a sense of depth and volume.
step 07
Add final details, such as facial features and clothing details.
step 08
Glaze with thin layers to unify the painting and adjust the overall color harmony.

color palette

primary · ivory black · raw umber · burnt sienna · titanium white

secondary · cadmium red · ultramarine blue · yellow ochre

Mix various shades of gray and brown by combining black, umber, and white. Use small amounts of red and blue to create subtle variations in skin tones and clothing.

techniques