Minaret of the principal mosque. Siout, Upper Egypt. (1846-1849)

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"Minaret of the Principal Mosque. Siout, Upper Egypt" offers a mesmerizing glimpse into a moment captured by the renowned 19th-century artist, David Roberts, during his travels in Egypt between 1846 and 1849. This exquisite painting presents the towering minaret of Siout's (now Asyut) main mosque, set against a backdrop of an expansive sky with delicate cloud details that evoke a sense of tranquility.Rendered with impeccable architectural precision, the minaret stands as a dominant visual element, ornately detailed with intricate carvings and decorative bands that exemplify the rich artistry of Islamic architecture. The minaret's multiple balconies and arched recesses culminate in a bulbous dome topped with a crescent moon, an emblem of Islamic faith.Below, the bustling street scene unfolds with townspeople engaged in daily activities. Men and women in traditional attire converse, trade, and pass by, offering a slice of life in Upper Egypt during the mid-19th century. The architecture of surrounding buildings, with their distinctive facades and arches, complement the minaret, anchoring the scene in its cultural and historical context.

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David Roberts (24 October 1796 – 25 November 1864) was a Scottish painter. He is especially known for The Holy Land, Syria, Idumea, Arabia, Egypt, and Nubia, a prolific series of detailed lithograph prints of Egypt and the Near East that he produced from sketches he made during long tours of the region (1838–1840). These and his large oil paintings of similar subjects made him a prominent Orientalist painter. He was elected as a Royal Academician in 1841.