Masjid at Cawpoor
1830
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1830
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This drawing shows a mosque with tall towers and domes, surrounded by trees and a low wall. Two people stand in the foreground, one holding a stick. The building has arched doorways and detailed carvings along the edges. The artist focused on the mosque’s architectural details, like the pointed spires and curved roofs. This style was common in sketches from British travelers in India. Next, check out cross-hatching to see how artists create shading with lines.