Mexicans Travelling in the Desert 1875

Frederick Warren Freer's "Mexicans Travelling in the Desert," a pencil drawing from 1875, depicts a group of individuals traveling through a desert landscape. The drawing showcases Freer's interest in capturing the everyday life of people in the American West, specifically focusing on Mexican culture. The figures are rendered in a detailed and realistic manner, highlighting the clothing and postures of the individuals as they journey through the arid landscape. The composition emphasizes the sense of travel and the vastness of the desert setting, suggesting a narrative of movement and exploration. This intimate drawing, now a part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, offers a glimpse into 19th-century American life and the artistic exploration of the American West.