John Smith Saved by Pocahontas by Alonzo Chappel

John Smith Saved by Pocahontas 

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painting, oil-paint

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portrait

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gouache

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narrative-art

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painting

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oil-paint

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figuration

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oil painting

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group-portraits

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romanticism

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mythology

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painting painterly

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history-painting

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indigenous-americas

Alonzo Chappel's "John Smith Saved by Pocahontas" depicts a romanticized historical moment, showcasing Pocahontas's bravery in saving the life of Captain John Smith. The artwork, created by the American artist Alonzo Chappel (1828-1887), captures the dramatic scene with vivid detail, portraying the indigenous Powhatan tribe surrounding a captive Smith who is about to be executed. This painting exemplifies the 19th-century fascination with romanticized depictions of Native American history and the popular imagery surrounding Pocahontas.

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