The artwork titled “An Assault on His Dignity” was created by Frederic Remington in 1906. This piece belongs to the Impressionism art movement and falls under the genre of genre painting.
The artwork depicts a group of mounted men traveling across an open plain bathed in the golden hues of sunlight. At the center, a man with dark skin, seemingly apprehended, rides alongside the group, starkly contrasting with the others both in stature and attire. The background is characterized by vast grasslands, rendered with loose brush strokes that capture the essence of movement and the expansive nature of the setting. The figures are portrayed in a realistic manner, with detailed attention given to their varied expressions and postures. The overall composition invokes a sense of narrative and drama, drawing the viewer into the scene and prompting contemplation about the unfolding events and the dynamics between the characters.