Artwork

Egypt and Nubia, Volume III: Tombs of the Caliphs-Cairo. Mosque of Ayed Be[y]

Egypt and Nubia, Volume III: Tombs of the Caliphs-Cairo. Mosque of Ayed Be[y] is a print by the Romanticist artist Louis Haghe. It dates from 1849 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. This 1849 print, 'Egypt and Nubia, Volume III: Tombs of the Caliphs-Cairo.

About this work

Overview

This 1849 print, 'Egypt and Nubia, Volume III: Tombs of the Caliphs-Cairo. Mosque of Ayed Be[y]', is a lithograph by Louis Haghe, a British artist of Belgian origin.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts the Mosque of Ayed Bey in Cairo, showcasing its architectural details and surroundings. The scene includes a river with boats and worn, old buildings with arched windows.

Technique & Style

Haghe's work is characterized by attention to detail, evident in the mosque's patterned dome and the play of light on its stone surfaces. The lithograph conveys a sense of quiet activity, capturing daily life near the water.

History & Provenance

Haghe co-founded the lithographic firm Day & Haghe in London around 1830. This print is part of a larger series documenting Egyptian and Nubian architecture.