Artwork
Paddling the Wounded British Officer
Paddling the Wounded British Officer is an oil painting by the American Impressionist artist Frederic Remington. It dates from 1899 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.
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Overview
Paddling the Wounded British Officer is an oil painting by Frederic Remington, created in 1899. It is part of the Art Institute of Chicago's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts three figures in a canoe on a serene body of water, surrounded by trees and rocks. The central figure, dressed in a white shirt, lies down, while the other two, wearing dark attire, paddle.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by muted colors, predominantly browns and greens, which evoke a sense of quiet and stillness. The artist's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that utilizes strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth to the scene.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Frederic Sackrider Remington was an American painter, illustrator, sculptor, and writer who specialized in the genre of Western American Art.
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