In the Camp of the Amalekites

Walter Dendy Sadler 1854 - 1923

Summary

This is a history painting depicting a Parliamentarian soldier held captive by group of Royalists. It takes place in an interior with woodtimbered walls and floor, with the prisoner bound to a chair on the left, facing row of Royalist soldiers seated along a bench to the right. They are all wearing their uniform of a white shirt with red breeches. Some are wearing red waistcoats and hats. The table on the far right behind the bench bears remains of a meal.