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.
Kunstenaar
George Catlin II
Datering
1854/1869
Soort
Schilderij
Techniek
oil on canvas
Afmetingen
45,5 × 61,1 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

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