Artwork
Reconstruction of the three temples at Sbeitla
Reconstruction of the three temples at Sbeitla is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist Alexander Graham. It dates from 1885 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This watercolour drawing is a reconstruction of the three temples at Sbeitla, Tunisia, created by Alexander Graham.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts three ancient stone temples with columns and steps, shown with wear and carved details. Small figures in front provide scale to the large structures.
Technique & Style
Graham's use of light and shadow highlights the shape and texture of the stone, creating a sense of depth and dimensionality.
History & Provenance
The work was published in 1887 as a heliogravure in *Travels in Tunisia*. It was later acquired by Phillips, Son & Neale in 1972.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alexander Graham loved to paint North African ruins and coastlines with watercolours and drawings around 1885.
