On the Nile, below Korusko

On the Nile, below Korusko

Edward J. Andrews

1836

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a quiet water scene with a line of palm trees on the left. The water is calm, leading to distant hills that fade into a soft sky. The colors are muted—light blues, pale yellows, and a touch of green. The artist used smooth washes of color to create a peaceful mood. The distant hills look misty, almost like a dream. Want to see more? Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for other works like this.

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