An Interior (the Eastern End) in the House of the Mufti Sheikh El Mahadi

An Interior (the Eastern End) in the House of the Mufti Sheikh El Mahadi

Frank Dillon

1874

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a room corner with a worn, textured wall. A tall, carved wooden door stands open, revealing shelves with small objects inside. Above it, a window with a half-moon shape sits under a faded blue-tiled border. The ceiling has a row of small arches painted in red and gold, with a sunburst design in the center. The artist focused on everyday details—chipped paint, uneven tiles, and the rough texture of the walls. It feels like a real place, not a polished studio. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more of this artist’s work.

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