Who painted Egypt and Nubia, Volume I: Title Page?

Egypt and Nubia, Volume I: Title Page was painted by Louis Haghe in 1846.

Where can I see Egypt and Nubia, Volume I: Title Page?

Egypt and Nubia, Volume I: Title Page is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Egypt and Nubia, Volume I: Title Page?

Egypt and Nubia, Volume I: Title Page is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Egypt and Nubia, Volume I: Title Page

Louis Haghe , 1846

Egypt and Nubia, Volume I: Title Page is a print by the Romanticist artist Louis Haghe. It dates from 1846 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 2012.140
Credit line: Bequest of John Bonebrake

About this work

Overview

Egypt and Nubia, Volume I: Title Page is a lithograph created by Louis Haghe in 1846. It serves as the title page for a volume documenting landscapes and antiquities in Egypt and Nubia.

Subject & Meaning

The title page features a romanticized depiction of a city street with intricate buildings, including a tall tower with a dome. The image conveys a sense of exoticism and adventure, evoking far-off lands and mysterious cultures.

Technique & Style

Haghe's lithograph is characterized by warm colors and soft lighting, creating a nostalgic and wondrous atmosphere. The buildings are rendered with intricate details and textures, showcasing Haghe's skill in the medium.

History & Provenance

Louis Haghe, a British lithographer and watercolorist of Belgian origin, was born in 1806 in Tournai. He helped popularize lithography in early Victorian England through his partnership Day & Haghe.