Artwork
`Minieh On the Nile'

`Minieh On the Nile' 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.
About this work
Overview
'Minieh on the Nile' is a watercolour painting by George de Sausmarez, created following his 1855 journey along the Nile River.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene scene of a sailboat on calm water, with a backdrop of low buildings, palm trees, and people along the shore, capturing a moment of daily life near the water's edge.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by soft, muted colours and simple yet clear details, conveying a sense of both movement and stillness.
History & Provenance
It is part of a set of 45 watercolours documenting views in Egypt and Nubia, bound in a half-bound crimson morocco music binder.
Artist & collection
Artist
George de Sausmarez painted watercolors of Egypt’s Nile in the 1850s, recording river scenes and landmarks with quick, transparent washes.















