Artwork

Pavilion Near a Mosque (recto) Sketch for Pavilion Near a Mosque (verso)

Pavilion Near a Mosque (recto) Sketch for Pavilion Near a Mosque (verso) is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Félix Ziem. It dates from 1804 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1978.130
Credit line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Noah L. Butkin

About this work

Overview

This double-sided drawing by Félix Ziem features a detailed sketch on one side and a simpler study of the same scene on the other. The artwork is a drawing on paper, created around 1804.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a serene scene with a pavilion, possibly near a mosque, surrounded by trees and a few figures. The composition includes a dome-shaped structure in the background, suggesting an Orientalist influence.

Technique & Style

The recto side is characterized by soft shading and faint lines, giving it a spontaneous feel. The verso side presents a more simplified version of the scene, indicating a preparatory study for the more detailed drawing.

History & Provenance

The drawing is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. Félix Ziem, a French artist associated with the Barbizon School, created works that often reflected Orientalist themes.