Our historical painting depicting one of the episodes of WWI was created by famous Austrian illustrator, horse- and sport painter Carl Franz Bauer, born 1879 in Vienna (d. 1954 in Vienna).1897-1901 the artist studied in the Viennese Academy under Ch.Griepenkerl. He executed numerous caricatures, illustrations and poster projects for magazines in Austria and abroad.

For other works by this painter see items No.:  231; 450; 1280.

Inscription: signed C.F.Bauer and dated 1915, lower left.On the reverse inscribed in German: After the breack battle in West Galicia. View of battle-field in Tarnow forest after the successful bombardment of artillery on May, 5.

Technique: gouache on paper.

Measurements: w 20" x h 14 1/4" (51x 36.5 cm)

Condition: in good condition