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Eaux-Fortes Modernes. Plate 197. Arabes d'Oran (Arabs of Oran), 1833. Creator: Eugene Delacroix
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Eaux-Fortes Modernes. Plate 197. Arabes d'Oran (Arabs of Oran), 1833. Creator: Eugene Delacroix
Eaux-Fortes Modernes. Plate 197. Arabes d'Oran (Arabs of Oran), 1833. Shows an outdoor setting with two men, one reclining and facing the viewer, the other seated with his legs drawn into his chest and gazing out to the right. They are dressed in robes and wear Arabic 'Guhtra' headdresses. They have rifles at their sides. In the background on the right are two men, one riding a horse, who go towards a group of buildings in the distance
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**Eaux-Fortes Modernes. Plate 197: Arabes d'Oran (Arabs of Oran), 1833**
In this striking black and white print, French artist Eugène Delacroix captures the essence of North African culture in "Arabes d'Oran" (Arabs of Oran). The scene is set outdoors, with two men reclining on a rocky outcropping. One figure lies facing the viewer, his eyes cast downward as he gazes at an unseen horizon. His companion sits cross-legged, legs drawn up to his chest, lost in thought as he surveys the distant landscape.
The duo's attire reflects their Arab heritage: flowing robes and traditional 'Guhtra' headpieces adorn them. Rifles rest casually by their sides, a testament to their nomadic lifestyle. In the background, two figures on horseback ride towards a cluster of buildings in the distance, adding depth and context to this evocative scene.
Delacroix's masterful use of drypoint etching creates a sense of texture and atmosphere that draws the viewer into this 19th-century moment from Oran (now Algeria). This print not only showcases Delacroix's artistic skill but also provides a window into the lives, traditions, and landscapes of North Africa during this era.
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