Camel Corps

Camel Corps

Orlando Norie

1886

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows soldiers riding camels across a desert. They wear bright red coats, white pants, and tall hats. The camels look strong, with saddles and riders holding rifles. In the background, more soldiers and camels move along a sandy path under a pale sky. The artist focused on the details of the soldiers’ uniforms and the camels’ movement. The light is soft, making the desert look warm and dry. Look up Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.

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