Kailasanatha temple, Ellora
1862
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1862
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Here’s a quick, grounded description of Simpson’s painting: William Simpson painted the Kailasanatha temple ruins in 1862. He worked from sketches made during his 1859 trip to India. The painting blends Impressionist color with realistic detail. Simpson was sent to sketch Indian sites linked to the 1857 fighting. His vivid style grew from memories of India, turned into finished watercolors back in London. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more of his work.
