Artwork

Interior of an Ancient Egyptian Temple

Interior of an Ancient Egyptian Temple, by Robert Caney, ink
Interior of an Ancient Egyptian Temple, by Robert Caney, ink

Interior of an Ancient Egyptian Temple is an ink drawing by the Renaissance artist Robert Caney. It is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

This drawing, Interior of an Ancient Egyptian Temple, is the work of Robert Caney, executed around 1888.

Technique & Style

The artwork is rendered in watercolor and gouache, with pen and brown ink used over a graphite underdrawing on thick wove paper, showcasing a mix of techniques.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Robert Caney

Artist

Robert Caney

Robert Caney (1552–1615) was an artist.

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