Artwork
Dandees in a Gale of Wind
Dandees in a Gale of Wind is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Robert Captain Smith. It dates from 1830 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Dandees in a Gale of Wind is a drawing by Captain Robert Smith, created between 1828 and 1833 as part of his Pictorial Journal of Travels in Hindustan.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts porters carrying sedan chairs through a strong wind during Smith's journey along the Ganges. The scene captures a moment of turmoil and energy, conveying the challenges of travel in India during this period.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of shading and texture adds depth and realism to the scene, highlighting the dynamic movement of the figures and the wind.
History & Provenance
The drawing was part of a larger unpublished manuscript and was later acquired by the museum in 1915 from W. M. Biden of Hampton-on-Thames.
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