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Tombs near Cairo

Owen Jones

1832

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

orientalism Romanticism Early 19th Century

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Tombs near Cairo is a 1832 watercolor by Owen Jones, a orientalism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Owen Jones
When & what style?: 1832 · orientalism
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a tall, thin tower in the middle of the image. It's made of light-colored stone and has a dome on top. There are some other buildings around it, but they're not as tall. In the foreground, there are some people standing around. They're wearing long robes and headscarves. The tower is the main focus of the painting. It's very detailed, with lots of carvings and patterns on it. The people in the foreground are also well-drawn, but they're not as detailed as the tower. The background is a light gray color, which helps the tower stand out. The painting is very realistic, with lots of details and textures. It's a good example of Romanticism, which was an art movement that emphasized emotion and imagination. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to check out the Romanticism movement.