Student Artwork Guide
Copyright This work is in the public domain. Charles Hamilton Smith died in 1859; copyright lasts 70 years after the artist’s death, so it ended in 1929.
In context
Native Troops — Charles Hamilton Smith
Row above: the years. Row below: how old the artist was at the start and at the end of each span — 0 at birth, 83 at death.
Shaded: the lifetime of Charles Hamilton Smith (1776–1859) every dated painting, decade by decade
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Measured from the image
Main colour
Putty #d4c7bd
Catalogued palette
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The ten leading countries
Find the three darkest countries on the map. Is the museum that keeps this painting in any of them? Write down one reason people far away might look at it.
Together these works take 100.0% of all the attention this artist's paintings received over the last twelve months. The catalogue holds 44 works by this artist, of which 6 were looked at at least once. This painting ranks 6 of them, with 16.7% of that attention. The same counts, month by month
Bars measure attention, not quality. Pick the work at the top and this one: name one thing that might make a painting famous beyond how well it is painted.
Artist and museum
Born in Flanders, Belgium
charles hamilton smith, a belgian painter, born in 1776, left an indelible mark on the art world with his captivating works. though details about his early life are scarce, it is evident that his passion for art was nurtured from a young age.
smith's artistic style, characterized by serenity and refinement, reflects the influence of the flemish masters. his use of soft palettes and intricate details evokes a sense of intimacy with his subjects.
the gentle shepherd (1800), a masterpiece showcasing smith's ability to capture the subtleties of light, is reminiscent of the works by jan van huchtenburgh.
a quiet afternoon (1820), with its soothing colors and peaceful atmosphere, reflects the artist's flair for capturing the essence of serenity.
smith's contributions to the art world are not limited to his paintings alone. his involvement in the royal academy of fine arts, and other esteemed institutions underscore his commitment to the advancement of art. notably, his works are featured in the mcmichael canadian art collection (vaughan, canada), a testament to his international appeal.
charles hamilton smith's passing in 1859 marked the end of an era, but his timeless masterpieces continue to inspire generations. as we delve into the world of art, smith's oeuvre serves as a beacon of elegance, guiding us through the .
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Look closely
Native Troops — Charles Hamilton Smith
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Write a short paragraph about this artwork. Use the facts from the earlier parts of this guide, and your answers above.
"Native Troops" is attributed to Charles Hamilton Smith.
"Native Troops" by Charles Hamilton Smith uses a neutrals color palette. The palette summarizes the work's overall color character.
The colors of "Native Troops" by Charles Hamilton Smith have a muted saturation. Saturation describes how vivid or muted the colors are.