View of the Old Fort, Calcutta
1750
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1750
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This watercolor shows a busy street near a big stone fort with a tower. People walk, carry boxes, and pull carts pulled by goats. The buildings look old, with simple roofs and small windows. A few trees and patches of grass add color to the scene. The fort’s tower stands out against a pale sky, while the street below feels dusty and active. The artist used soft colors and light shading to show depth. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see this painting in person.
![Topçular Barracks on the outskirts of Pera[?]](https://pub-3a17a9933ad74fb28aa30fa758592f23.r2.dev/artworks/81cd3e7e912c2328/thumb.webp)
