Encampment, 30 Miles North of San Antonio, Texas, March 1849, from Sketchbook
Maker and role
Artist: Seth Eastman, American, 1808-1875
Year
1848-1849
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Media/Materials
Graphite on paper
Credit line
Gift of the Pearl Brewing Company
Accession number
1961.5.118
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Further information
Eastman again followed the Pinta Trail on his return trip to San Antonio from Fredericksburg in March 1849. Soldiers are taking their rest. Rifles with bayonets affixed are stacked against each other, horses are grazing, and tents are pitched. Eastman's company could march over 20 miles in on day, fording rivers and crossing rough terrain.
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