General Johnson Saving a Wounded French Officer from a North American Indian
1768
oil
From the collection of Derby Museum and Art Gallery
1768
oil
From the collection of Derby Museum and Art Gallery
The painting depicts a scene of conflict and rescue. A Native American, dressed in traditional attire, is shown attacking a wounded French officer. The officer, clad in white, lies on the ground with his arms raised in defense. A British officer, General Johnson, intervenes to save the Frenchman, grasping the Native American's arm and pointing a pistol at him. In the background, a group of British soldiers stands at attention, while a Native American village is visible in the distance. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees and a blue sky. This painting is a work by artist Benjamin West.
