Who painted First Cataract of the Nile, looking south?

First Cataract of the Nile, looking south was painted by John William Burgon in 1864.

Where can I see First Cataract of the Nile, looking south?

First Cataract of the Nile, looking south is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is First Cataract of the Nile, looking south?

First Cataract of the Nile, looking south is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of First Cataract of the Nile, looking south?

Museum-quality prints of First Cataract of the Nile, looking south are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

First Cataract of the Nile, looking south

John William Burgon , 1864

First Cataract of the Nile, looking south is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist John William Burgon. It dates from 1864 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

First Cataract of the Nile, looking south is a watercolour by John William Burgon, created during his 1861-1863 journey through the Holy Land.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene landscape of the Nile's First Cataract, with a rocky shoreline and distant horizon. A small group on a cliff edge provides a sense of scale to the vast scenery.

Technique & Style

The work features loose, quick brushstrokes and muted colours, including soft blues, grays, and sandy browns, capturing the calm atmosphere of the scene.

History & Provenance

The watercolour was once owned by John Burgon Bickersteth, the artist's godson, and was later sold at Christie's in March 1979.