Artwork

Arabs Watering Their Horses

Arabs Watering Their Horses, by Eugène Fromentin, oil, 1872
Arabs Watering Their Horses, by Eugène Fromentin, oil, 1872

Arabs Watering Their Horses is an oil painting by the Orientalist artist Eugène Fromentin. It dates from 1872 and is held in the collection of the Clark Art Institute.

About this work

This painting is called Arabs Watering Their Horses.
It was made by Eugène Fromentin in 1872.
The artist likely chose this scene to depict everyday life, which is a common theme in genre scenes, a type of painting that shows ordinary people doing ordinary things.
You can learn more about the artist's style and other works at the Clark Art Institute.

Overview

Arabs Watering Their Horses is an oil painting created by Eugène Fromentin in 1872, now held at the Clark Art Institute.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a scene of everyday life, showing Arabs with their horses at a watering spot, a subject typical of genre scenes that focus on ordinary people and activities.

Technique & Style

Executed in oil paint, the work reflects Fromentin's style, which can be further explored through his other works at the Clark Art Institute.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Eugène Fromentin

Artist

Eugène Fromentin

Eugène Fromentin (1820–1876) was a French artist, born in La Rochelle.

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