Who painted Falcon Hunt ('Algeria Remembered')?

Falcon Hunt ('Algeria Remembered') was painted by Eugène Fromentin in 1874.

Where can I see Falcon Hunt ('Algeria Remembered')?

Falcon Hunt ('Algeria Remembered') is held by National Gallery of Ireland.

What movement is Falcon Hunt ('Algeria Remembered')?

Falcon Hunt ('Algeria Remembered') is associated with Orientalism.

Can I buy a print of Falcon Hunt ('Algeria Remembered')?

Museum-quality prints of Falcon Hunt ('Algeria Remembered') are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Falcon Hunt ('Algeria Remembered')

Eugène Fromentin , 1874

Falcon Hunt ('Algeria Remembered') is an oil painting by the Orientalist artist Eugène Fromentin. It dates from 1874 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland.

About this work

Overview

Falcon Hunt ('Algeria Remembered') is an oil painting created by Eugène Fromentin in 1874, now held at the National Gallery of Ireland.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a group of horsemen in traditional Middle Eastern attire riding through a desert landscape, with a distant body of water and greenery visible.

Technique & Style

The work is characterized by intricate detail, including patterns on the riders' clothing and horses' saddles, and a muted color palette dominated by shades of brown, beige, and blue, evoking a serene atmosphere.