The artwork, titled “The Fountain, No 10 The Wounded Indian Slaking His Death Thirst,” was created by Thomas Cole in 1843. This piece belongs to the Romanticism art movement and is classified as a sketch and study.
The artwork depicts a serene forest scene, meticulously rendered with detailed pencil strokes. In this tranquil setting, an injured Native American is shown kneeling at the banks of a narrow stream, attempting to quench his thirst. A fallen tree trunk lies near the water’s edge, while towering trees form a lush canopy overhead. The background is composed of dense woodland, evoking a sense of untouched wilderness. The overall atmosphere of the sketch captures a poignant moment of desperation and solace within nature’s grandeur.
