Artwork
`Esneh. "On the Nile." Thebaid'
`Esneh. "On the Nile." Thebaid' is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist George de Sausmarez. It dates from 1855 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This watercolour is one of 45 views of Egypt and Nubia, compiled into an album housed in a half-bound crimson morocco music binder.
About this work
Overview
This watercolour is one of 45 views of Egypt and Nubia, compiled into an album housed in a half-bound crimson morocco music binder.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene Nile scene, with a sailboat and other vessels on the river, surrounded by trees, buildings, and a cloudy grey sky.
Technique & Style
Soft colors and gentle brushstrokes create a tranquil atmosphere, while the artist's capture of light on water conveys movement and energy.
History & Provenance
The album was created during or after a journey on the Nile in 1855, traveling upstream and then downstream, with 'EGYPT' stamped on the front cover.
Artist & collection
Artist
George de Sausmarez painted watercolors of Egypt’s Nile in the 1850s, recording river scenes and landmarks with quick, transparent washes.
View of the Nile
`View down the Nile. Pasha's Factory S.of Daroot-el Shereef. Upper Egypt'
Album
`Cataracts of Assouan. Midway. - Our Candjia Moored for the Night - On the Nile'
`Approach to Philae'
Biban-el-Molook, or Tombs of the Kings. Belzoni's Tomb. Thebes
`Gournou & Hill of the Kings' Tombs - Thebes'
`Stabl-Antar. Ancient Egyptian Cave near Siout. Upper Egypt'
