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Arabs Crossing a Ford

1873
Not on view
Throughout his career, Fromentin's subject matter was drawn largely from the romantic and colorful life of Arabian nomads. This late example, which reflects Corot's influence, was purchased directly from the artist by Catharine Lorillard Wolfe.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Arabs Crossing a Ford
  • Artist: Eugène Fromentin (French, La Rochelle 1820–1876 Saint-Maurice)
  • Date: 1873
  • Medium: Oil on wood
  • Dimensions: 20 x 24 1/2 in. (50.8 x 62.2 cm)
  • Classification: Paintings
  • Credit Line: Catharine Lorillard Wolfe Collection, Bequest of Catharine Lorillard Wolfe, 1887
  • Object Number: 87.15.64
  • Curatorial Department: European Paintings

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