Who painted Moosulmaun Tomb, Secundra?

Moosulmaun Tomb, Secundra was painted by Robert Captain Smith in 1830.

Where can I see Moosulmaun Tomb, Secundra?

Moosulmaun Tomb, Secundra is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Moosulmaun Tomb, Secundra?

Moosulmaun Tomb, Secundra is associated with Romanticism.

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Artwork

Moosulmaun Tomb, Secundra

Robert Captain Smith , 1830

Moosulmaun Tomb, Secundra is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Robert Captain Smith. It dates from 1830 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

The Moosulmaun Tomb, Secundra drawing is a pencil work from a 19th-century travel journal, depicting a tomb with a prominent tree and figures, created by British Army officer Captain Robert Smith during his Indian voyages.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is the tomb of Moosulmaun, a Muslim figure, set amidst a natural scene. The inclusion of people and a detailed tree may symbolize the coexistence of human legacy and nature, though the figure's specific significance is not detailed in the drawing's context.

Technique & Style

Executed in a detailed, realistic style with emphasis on texture and shading, the drawing showcases Smith's skill in capturing depth and atmosphere. While rooted in realism, its emphasis on natural beauty aligns with broader Romantic-era artistic sensibilities.

History & Provenance

Created in the 1830s as part of Smith's Ganges voyage journal, the drawing remained with him until his retirement in Ireland (by 1845). It was later donated by W. M. Biden to a collection in the early 20th century.

Context

Part of a series of 65 drawings documenting Smith's travels along the Ganges and visits to key Indian cities (Delhi, Agra, Lucknow), this work reflects British military officers' 19th-century interests in Indian architecture and culture.

Legacy

Though unpublished during Smith's active career, the drawing's eventual donation to a collection ensures its preservation as a historical and artistic record of 19th-century India through a British colonial lens.