Tarsus
1837
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1837
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a quiet town by a river, with soft hills in the distance. The sky is mostly cloudy but lets in some light. In the foreground, two people sit on the riverbank, while others walk along the path. Buildings with domes and minarets line the horizon, and trees dot the landscape. The artist used light colors and gentle strokes to make the scene feel calm. The clouds look fluffy but also a little dramatic, which fits the style of the time. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
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