Arabs Crossing a Ford

Eugène Fromentin

Created:
Movement:
1873
Romanticism
key Notes:
Orientalist landscape, dynamic movement
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Dimensions:
20 x 24 1/2 in. (50.8 x 62.2 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
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Arabs Crossing a Ford by Eugène Fromentin

Arabs Crossing a Ford, painted in 1873 by Eugène Fromentin, is an exemplary work of Orientalist art, executed in oil on wood. Fromentin, a French painter and writer, was renowned for his depictions of North African landscapes and scenes, which he experienced firsthand during his travels in Algeria. This painting captures the dynamic movement and vibrant colors characteristic of his style, reflecting both the romanticism and realism that defined his work. Fromentin's art played a significant role in shaping Western perceptions of the Arab world during the 19th century. His ability to convey the atmospheric qualities of light and landscape contributed to his reputation as a master of Orientalist painting. The work remains a testament to Fromentin's skill in blending narrative and visual elements to evoke the exoticism and allure of distant lands.

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Arabs Crossing a Ford by Eugène Fromentin

Created in 1873, "Arabs Crossing a Ford" by Eugène Fromentin is an oil on wood painting that exemplifies the Orientalist style, depicting a dynamic scene of Arab horsemen traversing a river. The artwork is characterized by its vivid use of color and attention to detail, capturing the movement and atmosphere of the North African landscape.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Arabs Crossing a Ford