The Nileometer, Island of Rhoda. (1846-1849)

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David Roberts' exquisite work, "The Nileometer, Island of Rhoda" captures a fascinating architectural and historical scene from the mid-19th century. Painted between 1846 and 1849, this painting intriguingly documents the use of a Nileometer, an ancient instrument used by Egyptians to measure the Nile's water levels during seasonal floods. Such measurements were crucial as they helped predict the success of crops and the potential for famine or abundance.Set on the verdant Island of Rhoda in Cairo, this lithograph depicts the Nileometer’s robust, stone structure, standing majestically by the water's edge. The meticulous detail in the stonework, combined with soft watercolor tones, creates a tranquil yet precise depiction of this historical tool. A person peers from the top of the structure, suggesting the scale and the human interaction with this ancient device.In the foreground, Roberts includes figures in traditional attire, further anchoring the scene in its cultural and temporal context. These individuals appear engaged in conversation and daily activities, providing a glimpse into the life that surrounded this scientific monument. The presence of the Nile River, partially visible in the painting, hints at the ever-present connection between the Egyptian people and the life-giving forces of the Nile.

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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.