John Smith Saved by Pocahontas
alonzochappel
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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