The artwork “Hopi Indian at a hearth” was painted by Xavier Martinez in the year 1896. This piece belongs to the Tonalism art movement and is categorized under genre painting.
The artwork depicts a solitary figure, identified as a Hopi Indian, positioned near a hearth. The scene is imbued with a subdued atmosphere, characteristic of the Tonalist movement, which emphasizes mood and shadow over detail. The predominantly dark palette is punctuated by the soft, diffuse glow of the fire, giving the setting a quiet, contemplative aura. The contrast between the dim environment and the flickering light enhances the reflective and intimate nature of the moment captured.
