View of Fatehpur Sikri, Agra
1852
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1852
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a busy street scene in Fatehpur Sikri, India. The buildings are bathed in warm sunlight. People walk and chat like it's a normal day. Carpenter painted this in 1852 while traveling India. His work stands out for its lively details and bright light. He captured everyday life with accuracy and energy. Check out more of Carpenter’s work at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
