Tangiers
1914
oil
From the collection of National Library of Wales
1914
oil
From the collection of National Library of Wales
The painting shows a bustling marketplace in Tangier, Morocco. People in traditional clothing are gathered around stalls, with some standing and others sitting. The scene is set against a backdrop of buildings with archways and a dark blue sky. In the foreground, a man in a red shirt and cap is standing near the center of the image, while another man in a blue robe is walking towards the right side of the painting. The artist has used warm colors to depict the scene, with shades of brown, beige, and yellow dominating the palette. The painting's use of warm colors and traditional clothing gives it a sense of authenticity and cultural richness. To learn more about the artist's use of color and technique, look up the art movement of Impressionism.