Arabs of Oran (Arabes d'Oran)
1833
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1833
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows two men on a horse, wrapped in heavy cloaks and head coverings. One holds a long stick, while the other leans back, looking tired. In the background, a woman and child walk beside a donkey, with a rocky landscape and distant buildings. The title *Arabs of Oran* hints this scene might be from North Africa, but the artist used his imagination. The rough lines and shading create a gritty, lived-in feel. Next, check out the technique: etching to see how artists like Delacroix made prints like this.
