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Fire on the Prairie, Setting Fire to the Camp, c. 1837 (wash with highlights on paper)
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Fire on the Prairie, Setting Fire to the Camp, c. 1837 (wash with highlights on paper)
5310512 Fire on the Prairie, Setting Fire to the Camp, c.1837 (wash with highlights on paper) by Miller, Alfred Jacob (1810-74); 22.6x36.8 cm; Joslyn Museum, Omaha, Nebraska, USA; (add.info.: Miller and Scottish soldier Sir William Drummond Stewart (1795-1871) accompanied Irish mountain man Thomas Fitzpatrick (1799-1854) trapper with the American Fur Company in 1837 along the Oregon Trail through old Nebraska Territory to one of the last annual fur trappers rendezvous in the Green River Valley in what is now Wyoming.)
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Fire on the Prairie, Setting Fire to the Camp, c. 1837
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is a captivating print that captures a dramatic moment in American history. The artwork depicts an intense scene during an expedition through the old Nebraska Territory along the Oregon Trail. In this painting by Alfred Jacob Miller, we see a group of people gathered around their campsite as flames engulf their temporary dwelling. The fire crackles and billows smoke into the sky, creating a sense of chaos and urgency. Horses can be seen nearby, adding to the feeling of unease. The artist skillfully portrays not only the destructive power of fire but also its significance as one of nature's four elements. The landscape surrounding the camp is vast and open, showcasing the beauty and vulnerability of America's prairies. Amidst this turmoil, there are hints of Native American culture with tipis dotting the horizon. This serves as a reminder that these lands were inhabited long before European settlers arrived. Miller's work transports us back to a time when exploration and trade shaped America's frontier. It invites us to reflect on both the challenges faced by early pioneers and their impact on indigenous communities. This print from Fine Art Finder offers viewers an opportunity to delve into 19th-century North America through artistry and historical context—a visual testament to our nation's complex past.
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