# The Entry of King Othon of Greece into Nauplia

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## Artwork

- Artist: [HESS, Peter von](<https://beta.wga.hu/artists/hess-peter-von-r2191d69cb9dcd3>)
- Date: 1801-1850
- Technique: Oil on canvas, 269 x 415 cm

## Commentary

Otto von Bayern, the 17 year old son of King Ludwig I, was enthroned by the European powers as king of Greece in 1823. He reigned until 1862 when he was deposed. This painting was commissioned by King Ludwig I of Bavaria.

## Related artworks

- [Don Cossacks with French Captives](<https://beta.wga.hu/artists/hess-peter-von-r2191d69cb9dcd3/don-cossacks-with-french-captives-r34dd7e497ee62e>)
- [The Entry of King Othon of Greece in Athens](<https://beta.wga.hu/artists/hess-peter-von-r2191d69cb9dcd3/the-entry-of-king-othon-of-greece-in-athens-r8c7a19003c2440>)

## Attribution

[Web Gallery of Art](<https://beta.wga.hu/pages/about>)