"Sunset" near Girgeh On the Nile'
1855
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1855
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This small watercolor shows a quiet stretch of the Nile at dusk. A few tall palm trees stand on the left bank, their dark trunks and green fronds leaning slightly. The water is calm, with soft ripples reflecting the fading light. In the distance, a low hillside fades into the twilight. The title says it’s near Girgeh, painted in 1855. The brushstrokes are loose, capturing light and shadow without tight detail—more like a quick sketch than a polished work. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum.
