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Nourmahal

Richard Westall , 1785

Nourmahal, by Richard Westall, watercolor, 1785
Nourmahal, by Richard Westall, watercolor, 1785

Nourmahal is a watercolor work on paper by the Rococo painting artist Richard Westall. It dates from 1785 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

The watercolour titled Nourmahal, meaning "Light of the Harem," was created by Westall in 1785.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Richard Westall

Artist

Richard Westall

Richard Westall was an English painter and illustrator of portraits, historical and literary events, best known for his portraits of Byron. He was also Queen Victoria's drawing master.

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Who painted Nourmahal?

Nourmahal was painted by Richard Westall in 1785.

Where can I see Nourmahal?

Nourmahal is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Nourmahal?

Nourmahal is associated with Rococo painting.

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Museum-quality prints of Nourmahal are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.