Who painted The Slave Market [recto]?

The Slave Market [recto] was painted by Alexandre Gabriel Decamps in 1832.

Where can I see The Slave Market [recto]?

The Slave Market [recto] is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Slave Market [recto]?

The Slave Market [recto] is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of The Slave Market [recto]?

Museum-quality prints of The Slave Market [recto] are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

The Slave Market [recto]

Alexandre Gabriel Decamps , 1832

The Slave Market [recto] is an ink drawing by the Romanticist artist Alexandre Gabriel Decamps. It dates from 1832 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. The Slave Market is a drawing by Alexandre-Gabriel Decamps, created in 1832 using a mix of media on gray paper.

About this work

Overview

The Slave Market is a drawing by Alexandre-Gabriel Decamps, created in 1832 using a mix of media on gray paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a tense scene in a dimly lit room, where a group of robed figures surround a kneeling man, while others observe or direct the scene with gestures and props.

Technique & Style

Decamps employed rapid, expressive lines and varied shading techniques, including gray wash and ink, to convey emotion and drama, creating a sense of urgency in the scene.