Abu Daood, Shaikh of the Coptic Quarter, in Cairo
1886
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1886
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows an older man sitting on a low ledge in a colorful room. He’s wearing a striped turban, a long blue robe, and red slippers, holding a long stick. Behind him, the walls are covered in patterned tiles and Arabic script, while a small table beside him holds a teapot and cups. The artist focused on the play of light and shadow to show his wrinkles and the texture of his clothes. This style was common in late 19th-century European travel paintings of the Middle East. Look up Haag, Carl (R.W.S) next to see more of his work.
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