III Deserted
1885
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1885
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a lone camel standing in a dry, empty landscape under a dark night sky. The camel’s fur is drawn in simple lines, and its hump is clearly visible. Nearby, a small bundle rests on the ground, maybe a load or a saddle. The sky is filled with tiny white stars, but the rest of the scene is mostly shadows and muted tones. The artist used loose brushstrokes, giving the whole thing a rough, sketchy feel. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see this painting in person.
