Home > Africa > South Africa > Related Images
Kroonstad, during the Boer War, 1917 (oil on board)
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Fine Art Finder
Kroonstad, during the Boer War, 1917 (oil on board)
2956792 Kroonstad, during the Boer War, 1917 (oil on board) by Howard, George, 9th Earl of Carlisle (1843-1911); Private Collection; (add.info.: Done on a small board on the spot, the snaking Valsrivier is a slick, wet stroke of white, playing against the frothy yellow freesia in the foreground. Kroonstad was the site of a refugee camp during the second Boer War, a conflict the Howards publicly opposed. Howard studied in London under Giovanni Costa, the Italian landscape artist at the core of the Etruscan Movement, which embraced plein air painting.
inscribed verso Kroonstad, Vals River/ The Boer War/given to Henry Penfold by Rosa[lind] Countess of Carlisle, Sept 8 1917/ painted by George Jas, Earl of Carlisle ); Photo eThe Ms Gallery, London; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22441324
© The Maas Gallery, London / Bridgeman Images
Boer War Kroonstad South African
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Africa
> South Africa
> Related Images
> Arts
> Art Movements
> Landscapes
> Arts
> Artists
> M
> David Hall McKewan
> Arts
> Landscape paintings
> Landscape art
> Landscape paintings
> Arts
> Landscape paintings
> Landscape art
> Arts
> Landscape paintings
> Rural countryside paintings
> Landscape paintings
> Arts
> Landscape paintings
> Rural countryside paintings
> Arts
> Landscape paintings
> Waterfall and river artworks
> Landscape paintings
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> David Hall McKewan
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> George 9th Earl of Carlisle Howard
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the essence of Kroonstad during the Boer War in 1917, as depicted by George Howard, the 9th Earl of Carlisle. Painted with oil on board, this artwork showcases Howard's talent for plein air painting, a technique he learned while studying under Giovanni Costa in London. The focal point of the painting is the snaking Valsrivier (Vals River), skillfully rendered as a slick stroke of white against the frothy yellow freesia flowers in the foreground. The river holds historical significance as it was located near Kroonstad, which served as a refugee camp during the Boer War. Interestingly, despite being an aristocrat himself, Howard publicly opposed this conflict. His opposition to war is reflected in his choice to capture scenes from everyday life rather than glorifying military actions. Inscribed on the back of this small board masterpiece are details about its creation and ownership history. It reveals that Rosa Countess of Carlisle gifted this artwork to Henry Penfold on September 8th, 1917. This additional information adds depth and personal connection to an already remarkable piece. Now part of a private collection and preserved by eThe Ms Gallery in London, this photograph allows us to appreciate not only Howard's artistic skills but also gain insight into an important period in South African history - all through one mesmerizing image.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
