Artwork
Egyptian Desert
Egyptian Desert is a tempera painting by the Symbolist artist Martiros Saryan. It dates from 1911 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Armenia.
About this work
Overview
Egyptian Desert is a 1911 tempera painting by Martiros Saryan, a key figure in modern Armenian art.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a solitary camel traversing a desert landscape, rendered in shades of yellow, orange, and purple. The image blends realistic observation with symbolic undertones, reflecting Saryan's experiences traveling in the Middle East.
Technique & Style
Executed in tempera, the work features bold brushstrokes and visible texture, giving it a flat, two-dimensional appearance. The use of vivid color and symbolic imagery aligns with the Symbolist movement.
History & Provenance
Saryan's travels to Egypt and other parts of the Middle East inspired the painting. It is now part of the National Gallery of Armenia's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Martiros Saryan (Armenian: Մարտիրոս Սարյան; Russian: Мартиро́с Сарья́н; 28 February 1880 – 5 May 1972) was an Armenian painter, People's Artist of the USSR (1960), member of the USSR Academy of Fine Arts (1947),…
