An arch of the second bridge at Srinagar, Kashmir

An arch of the second bridge at Srinagar, Kashmir

William Carpenter

1855

paint

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a busy riverside scene with wooden buildings stacked on stilts over water. People are working near boats, and cows rest on the shore. The colors are soft—earthy browns, muted blues, and pale greens—with quick brushstrokes that keep it lively. The artist focused on everyday life, not grand scenes. The water reflects light, and the buildings look simple but full of detail. Look up Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.

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