Procession before the tombs of the Caliphs, Grand Cairo (1846)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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"Procession before the Tombs of the Caliphs, Grand Cairo" by David Roberts beautifully captures a serene sunset over Cairo in 1846. This painting provides a glimpse into the historical and cultural tapestry of Egypt during the mid-19th century. It depicts a tranquil procession moving along the Cairo landscape, set against the backdrop of majestic architectural marvels, including a towering mosque with an intricately detailed minaret.The atmosphere of the painting is imbued with a warm, golden glow from the setting sun, which casts soft light across the scene, highlighting the figures in the procession and the textured facades of the city’s structures. The use of light and shadow in the painting adds depth and realism, emphasizing the grandeur of the city’s skyline.Roberts' work is notable for its meticulous detail and historical accuracy, providing not just a visual delight but also an educational glimpse into the past. The composition leads the viewer’s eye from the group of local inhabitants in the foreground, dressed in traditional attire, towards the expansive city, inviting one to ponder the daily lives of people in a bygone era.
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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.