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Frederick Goodall R.A.
Frederick Goodall R.A Bedouins in the Desert Oil on Canvas Orientalist Painting

1890 s

$8,500
£6,467.26
€7,451.60
CA$12,067.34
A$12,946.10
CHF 6,944.02
MX$155,869.26
NOK 87,537.52
SEK 79,822.09
DKK 55,673.36

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Frederick Goodall R.A Bedouins in the Desert Oil on Canvas Orientalist Painting This evocative Victorian Orientalist oil on canvas by Frederick Goodall R.A. (British, 1822–1904) exemplifies the artist’s masterful approach to academic realism and his lifelong fascination with Middle Eastern life. Titled Bedouins in the Desert, the composition presents a serene yet richly narrative scene of Bedouin figures gathered at a desert water source, accompanied by camels resting and standing along the horizon. The expansive landscape unfolds under a softly luminous sky, with distant hills subtly dissolving into atmospheric perspective. Reflections shimmering across the water’s surface add a quiet sense of movement and poetic stillness. An outstanding example of 19th-century Orientalist painting, this work captures the romantic yet observational spirit of the era, offering both historical insight and timeless visual appeal. Elegantly framed, it stands as a distinguished collector’s piece, appealing to admirers of Victorian art, Orientalism, and finely executed academic realism. Dimensions : Framed 15”H 29”W 2”D Unframed 9.75” H 23” W About the artist : Frederick Goodall R.A. (British, 1822–1904) Frederick Goodall R.A. was a distinguished Victorian-era British painter, celebrated for his Orientalist scenes and academic realism. Born in London in 1822, Goodall was the son of the engraver Edward Goodall, which exposed him early to the world of fine art and craftsmanship. He trained at the Royal Academy Schools, where he developed a disciplined academic style grounded in careful observation, strong composition, and refined technique. Goodall first gained recognition for historical and genre scenes, but his career took a defining turn after traveling extensively to Egypt and the Middle East beginning in the 1850s. He spent long periods living among local communities, studying daily life, architecture, costume, and landscape firsthand—an approach that distinguished his work from more imaginary or studio-based Orientalist painters. His paintings often depict Bedouins, desert landscapes, camels, and scenes along the Nile, rendered with a calm dignity and naturalism rather than theatrical exoticism. Goodall was particularly admired for his sensitive treatment of light, atmospheric depth, and narrative subtlety, aligning his work with the highest standards of Victorian Academic Realism. In recognition of his artistic achievements, Goodall was elected a Royal Academician (R.A.) in 1863, and he exhibited regularly at the Royal Academy for decades. His works were widely collected during his lifetime and remain held in major public and private collections, including the Victoria and Albert Museum and other prominent British institutions. Today, Frederick Goodall R.A. is regarded as one of the leading figures of 19th-century British Orientalist painting, valued for his authenticity, technical excellence, and enduring contribution to Victorian art.
  • Creator:
    Frederick Goodall R.A. (1822 - 1904, British)
  • Creation Year:
    1890 s
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 29 in (73.66 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Plainview, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: AS-7251stDibs: LU2285216963922

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