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The Simoom; Le Simoom, (oil on canvas)
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The Simoom; Le Simoom, (oil on canvas)
827196 The Simoom; Le Simoom, (oil on canvas) by Fromentin, Eugene (1820-76); 55.2x65.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Simoom; Le Simoom. Eugene Fromentin (1820-1876). Oil on canvas. 55.2 x 65.4cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22739266
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Academi Academic Art Academic School Academic Style Adverse Conditions Adversity Bad Weather Blowing Desert Difficult Difficulty Equine Hooved Mammal Hurricane Men Only Mid 19th Century Mid Nineteenth Century Orientalism Orientalist Orientalist Art Risk Small Group Small Group Of Animals Small Group Of People Storm Storm Cloud Stormy Tempest Three Animals Three People Wind Windy 19th Century European Art Artist French Eugene Fromentin French Art French Artist Fromentin Natural Space Simoom
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The Simoom; Le Simoom
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is a captivating oil painting by Eugene Fromentin, depicting a scene of intense meteorological turmoil in the 19th century. In this academic-style artwork, Fromentin skillfully captures the difficulty and danger faced by a small group of men during adverse weather conditions. The stormy atmosphere is palpable as dark storm clouds loom overhead, and the wind blows fiercely, creating an unsettling tempest. Amidst this natural chaos, three brave individuals on horseback stand tall against the elements. The artist's attention to detail is evident in his portrayal of their postures and facial expressions, conveying both determination and vulnerability. Fromentin's orientalist influences are also apparent in this piece as he transports us to North Africa with its vast open spaces. The equestrian figures add dynamism to the composition while emphasizing man's struggle against nature. This mid-19th-century masterpiece showcases Fromentin's mastery of capturing atmospheric effects through his use of color and brushwork. It serves as a testament to his talent as a French artist within the European art scene at that time. As we gaze upon "The Simoom; Le Simoom" we are reminded of mankind's resilience in the face of adversity and our eternal connection with nature. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate Fromentin's artistic vision while immersing ourselves in an awe-inspiring moment frozen in time.
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