Falcon Hunt ('Algeria Remembered')
1874
Eugène Fromentin captures the thrill of a traditional North African falcon hunt under a sweeping, cloud-filled sky. Dressed in vibrant robes, riders on horseback pause to watch a falcon take flight over a marshy landscape, blending the excitement of the chase with a serene, almost poetic atmosphere. As a leading figure in Orientalism, Fromentin spent years in Algeria, and this 1874 masterpiece reflects his deep fascination with the region's culture and light. It's a beautiful snapshot of a vanishing world, painted with the dramatic flair typical of the Romantic movement.
Location: National Gallery, London