plate no. 2599

Entree D Henri IV a Paris Mba Chartres Ville Entrée d'Henri IV à Paris, 22 mars 1594

oilNeoclassicismhistory paintingfigureshorsesarchitecturecrowdcityscapehistorical event

advanced study

Recreating this painting would help students develop skills in figure drawing, perspective, and complex composition. It also provides practice in rendering textures and creating a sense of depth through atmospheric perspective.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 60 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Create a rough sketch to establish the overall composition and placement of major elements.
step 02
Block in the background elements like the buildings and sky using broad strokes and muted colors.
step 03
Begin defining the main figures, focusing on their proportions and gestures.
step 04
Add details to the horses, including their anatomy and tack.
step 05
Refine the facial features and clothing of the figures, paying attention to light and shadow.
step 06
Introduce smaller details like weapons, banners, and architectural elements.
step 07
Adjust the values and colors to create depth and atmosphere.
step 08
Add final highlights and details to bring the painting to life.

color palette

primary · ochre · burnt umber · ivory black · titanium white

secondary · cadmium red · ultramarine blue · yellow ochre

Mix various shades of brown and gray by combining the primary colors. Use white to lighten colors and create highlights. Mix ultramarine blue and burnt umber for darker shades.

techniques

·figure drawing
·atmospheric perspective
·chiaroscuro
·glazing
·scumbling

common pitfalls

→Incorrect proportions of figures and horses
→Overly bright or saturated colors
→Lack of depth and atmosphere
→Ignoring the effects of light and shadow

materials

surface · stretched canvas

required

·Stretched canvas (24x36 inches)
·Oil paints (ochre, burnt umber, ivory black, titanium white, cadmium red, ultramarine blue)
·Assorted brushes (round, flat, filbert)
·Palette
·Palette knife
·Linseed oil
·Odorless mineral spirits
·Rags