The Temple of Isis and Kiosk of Trajan on the Island of Philae

The Temple of Isis and Kiosk of Trajan on the Island of Philae

Antonio or Anton Schranz

1845

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a desert scene with old stone buildings and palm trees. In the foreground, two people sit on rocks near a stick. The sky is pale, and the ground looks dry. A river runs behind the ruins, with boats floating on it. The artist made the ruins look ancient and worn. The colors are soft and faded, like a quiet, dusty day. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more works like this.

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