Three Arab Horsemen Crossing a River

c. 1835

Alexandre-Gabriel Decamps

Associated Names
Alexandre-Gabriel Decamps

Artist, French, 1803 - 1860

The image features a scene of three figures on horseback crossing through water. The viewpoint is positioned slightly elevated, with the horizon high in the composition. The sky suggests late evening or nightfall. In the background, there is a subtle ridge against the sky. Brushstrokes are dynamic, creating a sense of movement in the figures and trees. The color palette consists of deep sepia tones with highlights in white or light beige. The overall atmosphere is nocturnal. Rocks, grasses, and trees are depicted with textured, loose strokes. The land slopes upward in the background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    charcoal with white heightening and black ink on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Dimensions

    overall: 19 x 30 cm (7 1/2 x 11 13/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2000.66.1


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Paul Prouté S.A., Paris); purchased 2000 by NGA.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower right in image: DC

Wikidata ID

Q64534174

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