Wagon Crossing a Drift - Natal
1874
oil
From the collection of South African National Gallery
1874
oil
From the collection of South African National Gallery
Wagon Crossing a Drift - Natal is a 1874 oil by Thomas Baines, a Impressionism work, held at South African National Gallery.
This painting depicts a wagon crossing a drift, with a group of oxen standing in the water. The wagon is green and has a white canvas cover. A man is standing on the bank, holding a rope attached to the lead ox. In the background, there are trees and bushes, and a house can be seen on a hill in the distance. The painting is done in oil paint and features a range of colors, including greens, browns, and blues. The artist has used chiaroscuro to create depth and contrast in the scene. The painting is held at the Iziko South African National Gallery.
