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Victor-Pierre HuguetLarge Antique Orientalist Oil Painting Arab Caravan Desert Well Victor HuguetLate 19th Century
Late 19th Century
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Large Antique Orientalist Oil Painting Arab Caravan Desert Well Victor Huguet
French, Late 19th Century
Canvas: Height 65cm, width 82cm
Frame: Height 89cm, width 104cm, depth 9cm
This imposing Orientalist composition by Victor-Pierre Huguet (French, 1835–1902) reflects the painter’s long engagement with North African subjects, shaped by his travels across Algeria and the wider Mediterranean. Born in Marseille and associated with the influence of Adolphe Dehodencq, Huguet became known for his warm palette, confident brushwork, and genuine observational approach—qualities that distinguished his work among 19th-century Orientalist painters. His scenes of caravans, desert landscapes, and regional life, in particular, remain highly regarded for their atmosphere and authenticity.
In this work, Huguet presents an Arab caravan gathered before a desert well, its figures and animals arranged informally against a wide, luminous sky. The whitewashed form of the well and the large tree behind it create a sense of structural balance, while the varied postures and garments of the travellers animate the foreground. Earth pigments, soft light, and subtle reflections in the shallow water create a compelling sense of immediacy. The artist’s acute attention to textures—fabric, stone, foliage, and dust—allows the scene to unfold with clarity and resonant narrative presence. As a result, the painting conveys both the practical and social importance of the well as a meeting point.
The canvas remains in an ornate carved giltwood frame with various retailers’ labels, which enhances its period appeal. It is signed ‘V. Huguet’ at the lower right corner.
Rich in detail and characteristic of Huguet’s best work, the painting offers a notable example of French Orientalist art and an outstanding addition to any collection of art.
- Creator:Victor-Pierre Huguet (1835 - 1902, French)
- Creation Year:Late 19th Century
- Dimensions:Height: 35.04 in (89 cm)Width: 40.95 in (104 cm)Depth: 3.55 in (9 cm)
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- Gallery Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 178981stDibs: LU674317314592
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