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Ancient round tower and Musjid, Coel., by Robert Captain Smith, 1830

Ancient round tower and Musjid, Coel.

Robert Captain Smith

1830

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

Ancient round tower and Musjid, Coel. is a 1830 by Robert Captain Smith, a Romanticism work, depicting allahabad, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Robert Captain Smith
When & what style?
1830 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This pencil drawing shows a large stone building with a dome and a tall tower. The building is surrounded by trees and walls. In the foreground, people and animals are shown. The drawing is detailed, with many lines and textures. The artist has used shading to create depth and dimension. The style is realistic, but there is also a sense of atmosphere and mood. The drawing is a good example of the Romanticism movement, which emphasized emotion and imagination. The artist, Robert Captain Smith, was known for his detailed and realistic drawings of buildings and landscapes. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to look into the Romanticism movement.

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