Who painted A View of Cairo?

A View of Cairo was painted by Camiel Wauters in 1890.

Where can I see A View of Cairo?

A View of Cairo is held by Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.

What movement is A View of Cairo?

A View of Cairo is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of A View of Cairo?

Museum-quality prints of A View of Cairo are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

A View of Cairo

Camiel Wauters , 1890

A View of Cairo is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Camiel Wauters. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.

About this work

Overview

Camiel Wauters’ 1890 oil painting titled *A View of Cairo* presents a tranquil urban scene viewed from the water’s edge. The composition balances architectural forms with a calm river, inviting the eye to travel from the foreground boats toward the distant skyline. The work is part of the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts in Antwerp.

Subject & Meaning

The canvas depicts a bustling yet peaceful Cairo, its rooftops and spires rendered in warm, earthy hues that suggest the glow of a setting sun. Small vessels float on the water, hinting at daily commerce and adding a subtle narrative of life within the city’s quiet atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Wauters employs a nuanced handling of light and shadow to model the buildings, creating a layered sense of depth. The palette of muted ochres and siennas is applied with smooth brushwork, while the reflective surface of the water is suggested through delicate tonal variations, enhancing the scene’s serenity.

History & Provenance

Completed in 1890, the painting entered the holdings of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp, where it remains on display. Its acquisition reflects the museum’s interest in 19th‑century European depictions of exotic locales, situating Wauters among contemporaries who explored distant urban vistas.