Three drawings of the Taj Mahal
1840
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1840
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This drawing shows a grand white building with a big central dome and four tall, thin towers at the corners. The front has a large arched doorway with smaller arches above and below it. The walls are smooth, with some detailed carvings near the top. The whole scene is drawn in soft, light colors, almost like a sketch. The artist focused on clean lines and symmetry, making the building look balanced and calm. The light shading gives it a gentle, almost dreamy feel. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
