Turtle Hunt

George Catlin II, 1854/1869

This is a painting of multiple figures in a jungle or forest setting at night, illuminated by torches. The scene shows the figures moving through dense foliage with large leaves and tall trees under a dark sky. The painting focuses on the contrast between the warm light of the torches and the deep shadows. It is in the style of Henri Rousseau, known for his jungle scenes, capturing motion and exploration in the dark, vegetative landscape.
Artista
George Catlin II
Fecha
1854/1869
Tipo
Pintura
Técnica
Óleo sobre lienzo
Medidas
45,5 × 61,1 cm
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

This is a painting of multiple figures in a jungle or forest setting at night, illuminated by torches. The scene shows the figures moving through dense foliage with large leaves and tall trees under a dark sky. The painting focuses on the contrast between the warm light of the torches and the deep shadows. It is in the style of Henri Rousseau, known for his jungle scenes, capturing motion and exploration in the dark, vegetative landscape.

George Catlin II