Kasim Pasa, the former Ottoman Naval Arsenal, from the Golden Horn
1820
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1820
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This watercolor shows a wide view of a waterfront city. Ships of different sizes float on calm water, some with sails, others rowed by people. Along the shore, there are buildings with domes and towers, and a large, open area that looks like a shipyard or docks. The painting uses soft, pale colors to show light and distance. The sky is mostly empty, letting the city and water take center stage. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
