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Conquete de Algerie: " bivouac de zouaves de l'armee francaise sous le command du General Bugeaud au la revolt d'Abd el-Kader, juin 1836" (French conquest of Algeria)
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Conquete de Algerie: " bivouac de zouaves de l'armee francaise sous le command du General Bugeaud au la revolt d'Abd el-Kader, juin 1836" (French conquest of Algeria)
ELD4874412 Conquete de Algerie: " bivouac de zouaves de l'armee francaise sous le command du General Bugeaud au la revolt d'Abd el-Kader, juin 1836" (French conquest of Algeria: french zouave soldiers under Bugeaud command during campaign against Abd-el-Kader, 1836) Watercolour by Gaston Henry Darien (1864-1926) from "Our colonial epopee" by Peter Legendre, 1901 Private collection by Darien, Henri-Gaston (1864-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Conquete de Algerie: " bivouac de zouaves de l'armee francaise sous le command du General Bugeaud au la revolt d'Abd el-Kader, juin 1836" (French conquest of Algeria: french zouave soldiers under Bugeaud command during campaign against Abd-el-Kader, 1836) Watercolour by Gaston Henry Darien (1864-1926) from "Our colonial epopee" by Peter Legendre, 1901 Private collection); Photo © The Holbarn Archive
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This watercolor print titled "Conquete de Algerie: 'bivouac de zouaves de l'armee francaise sous le command du General Bugeaud au la revolt d'Abd el-Kader, juin 1836'" depicts a significant moment in the French conquest of Algeria. Created by Gaston Henry Darien in 1901, this artwork is part of the private collection featured in Peter Legendre's book "Our colonial epopee". The scene portrays French Zouave soldiers under the command of General Bugeaud during their campaign against Abd-el-Kader in June 1836. The bivouac, or temporary encampment, showcases the soldiers amidst rugged terrain and under a vast sky. Their vibrant red and blue uniforms contrast with the earthy tones of their surroundings. Darien's skillful use of watercolors brings life to this historical event, capturing both the military precision and human presence within the composition. Each brushstroke conveys movement and emotion as these brave soldiers prepare for battle. Through this artwork, we are transported back to an era when European powers sought to expand their influence across continents. It serves as a visual reminder of France's imperial ambitions and its struggle for control over Algeria. As we admire this print from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, let us reflect on history's complexities while appreciating Darien's artistic talent that immortalizes such pivotal moments for future generations to appreciate and learn from.
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