Fort of Ramnugger, near Benares, possibly Agra Fort.

Thomas Daniell

1749

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Baroque Rococo painting 18th Century

About this work

This painting shows a fort in the distance, with a large wall and towers. In the foreground, people are walking or standing near a body of water. The fort is depicted in a light color, with some darker shading to show depth. The people in the foreground are small compared to the fort, giving a sense of scale. The painting is a watercolour, which gives it a soft and delicate look. You can learn more about this style by looking up the Baroque movement.