Sugarcane Seller, Cairo
Alexandre Nicolaievich Roussoff
1892
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Alexandre Nicolaievich Roussoff
1892
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a person sitting on a low stool in a simple room. They’re wearing a dark blue dress with gold trim and a light blue head covering. Their hands rest on their lap, and they look calm. Behind them, a window with a patterned screen lets in faint light. On the floor, bundles of sugarcane lie scattered, and a woven basket sits beside the stool. The brushstrokes are loose and quick, giving the scene a soft, sketchy feel. The colors are muted, focusing on everyday life rather than bright details. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more works like it.
