Indian Encampment in the DesertJules Tavernier · 1884

  • Art movementAcademic Realism
  • Creation date1884
  • MuseumAmerican Museum of Western Art

Jules Tavernier (1844 – 1889)

A prominent member of the Volcano School, Jules Tavernier captured the raw power of nature in masterpieces like Kilauea Fire Fountain and the sacred Pomo rituals, inviting you to discover his breathtaking landscapes.

American Museum of Western Art (Colorado, Brazil)

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About this artwork

  • Title: Indian Encampment in the Desert
  • Artist: Jules Tavernier
  • Year: 1884
  • Format: Panoramic
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: American Museum of Western Art
  • Movement: Academic Realism
  • Corpus context: academic realism influence, voyage & travel motif"
  • Keywords: jules tavernier, “landscape painting”, “western art”
  • Color intensity: Balanced

Questions & Answers

How old was Jules Tavernier when creating "Indian Encampment in the Desert" in 1884?

When "Indian Encampment in the Desert" was created in 1884, Jules Tavernier - born in 1844 - was 40 years old.

Which artistic current is "Indian Encampment in the Desert" by Jules Tavernier part of?

"Indian Encampment in the Desert" by Jules Tavernier belongs to the Academic Realism movement. This movement provides the stylistic context of the work.

What does "Indian Encampment in the Desert" share with the rest of Jules Tavernier's output?

"Indian Encampment in the Desert" belongs to Jules Tavernier's Academic Realism work, whose recorded themes include academic realism influence, western expansion themes, native american life", desert survival story, tavernier's landscape focus, 19th century exploration", documentary art style", voyage & travel motif".

What is the format of "Indian Encampment in the Desert"?

The format of "Indian Encampment in the Desert" is panoramic. This is useful when planning where a reproduction will be placed.

Which artist is "Indian Encampment in the Desert" attributed to?

"Indian Encampment in the Desert" is attributed to Jules Tavernier.

From which country does the Academic Realism work "Indian Encampment in the Desert" come?

"Indian Encampment in the Desert" connects the Academic Realism movement with France through its creator's birthplace.

In what year was "Indian Encampment in the Desert" by Jules Tavernier created?

The creation of "Indian Encampment in the Desert" by Jules Tavernier is dated 1884.

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