Who painted Mosque, Madras?

Mosque, Madras was painted by Frederick Fiebig in 1852.

Where can I see Mosque, Madras?

Mosque, Madras is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Mosque, Madras?

Mosque, Madras is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Mosque, Madras

Frederick Fiebig , 1852

Mosque, Madras is a photography by the Impressionist artist Frederick Fiebig. It dates from 1852 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 2007.200
Credit line: Norman O. Stone and Ella A. Stone Memorial Fund

About this work

Overview

Mosque, Madras is a photograph by Frederick Fiebig, created in 1852. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The image captures a weathered stone mosque with arched doorways and domed towers, surrounded by palm trees. A figure in traditional attire is seen leaning on a low wall in the foreground, creating a serene scene that blends nature and architecture.

Technique & Style

The photograph conveys a sense of age and wear, highlighting the effects of time on the building's structure. The composition presents a tranquil, everyday moment, characteristic of Fiebig's documentation of his surroundings.

History & Provenance

Taken in the mid-19th century, Mosque, Madras provides a historical glimpse into the condition and context of the mosque at that time.