Head of an Egyptian Girl
1871
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1871
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a woman with a serious expression. She wears a red headscarf and a patterned shawl with gold coins as earrings and a necklace. The background is plain, focusing all attention on her face and clothes. The brushstrokes are loose, giving the painting a soft, sketchy look. This style was common in the 1800s when artists tried to capture real life quickly. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
