Three Dervishes
1835
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1835
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Three bearded men stand close together, dressed in loose robes and tall hats. The man on the left wears a red hat and a green sash, holding a small object in his hand. The middle man has a striped turban and a white cloak draped over his shoulder. The man on the right wears a red-and-white hat, a fur-lined robe, and holds a curved staff. Between them sits a shiny metal container with a spout. This sketch feels like a quick snapshot of a moment, not a polished studio work. The brushstrokes are loose, and the colors are earthy and muted. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
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