A Caravan halting and refreshing itself

A Caravan halting and refreshing itself

Unknown

1768

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a group of travelers taking a break by a rocky hillside. One man sits on a horse, another kneels by a small fire, and a third stands near a white horse. Palm trees and a distant tower sit in the background, with a waterfall to the right. The scene looks busy but calm, like a moment frozen in time. The colors are soft and earthy, with reds and blues standing out. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.

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