Study for ‘The Sultan of Morocco and His Entourage’ (1845)

Technique: Giclée quality print
Recommended by our customers
Size
Finishing (pick one!)

More about this artwork

Eugène Delacroix's "Study for ‘The Sultan of Morocco and His Entourage’" is a captivating work that illustrates the artist's remarkable skill in capturing dynamic figures and an intense atmosphere. Created in 1845, this drawing serves as a preparatory study for a larger painting, showcasing Delacroix's fascination with North African culture and politics.In the center of this sketch, a commanding figure on horseback emerges as a focal point. This is presumably the Sultan of Morocco, donned in traditional attire, with a large, graceful umbrella held above him, signifying his stature and importance. Surrounding him is an array of figures, each rendered with fluid, expressive lines that suggest movement and a moment caught in time.The crowd is composed of various subjects, including soldiers, advisors, and commoners, all intricately detailed, conveying a sense of the bustling activity typical of a royal entourage. The background, though lightly sketched, hints at architectural structures that anchor the scene in a specific locale, possibly a town square or a similar public space.

Delivery

We create reproductions on demand, with a production time of 5 to 7 business days.

Our courier service ensures delivery within an additional two business days.

If you need a faster turnaround, please contact us. We can often expedite the process to meet your needs.

You can also pick up your paintings at our galleries in Kaunas or Vilnius.

Returns

Yes, reproductions can be returned.

If you have any concerns more than 30 days after purchase, please contact us. We will either provide a refund or offer a replacement!

Please note that we accept a maximum of two returns per customer. Since reproductions are made to order, we encourage you to choose responsibly.

Shipping expenses are non-refundable.

Ferdinand Victor Eugène Delacroix (26 April 1798 – 13 August 1863) was a French Romantic artist regarded from the outset of his career as the leader of the French Romantic school.