The Start. I.

About this work

This painting shows a person riding a camel across a dry, rocky desert. The rider wears a light-colored uniform with a red sash and a helmet, holding a long stick. The camel has a red saddle pad and looks calm as it walks. In the background, the land is flat with a few scattered rocks and a distant horizon. The artist used soft colors and loose brushstrokes to show the heat of the desert. The rider’s uniform and the camel’s gear stand out against the sandy tones. Look up Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.