Artwork
Moorshidabad
Moorshidabad 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
Moorshidabad is a drawing by Captain Robert Smith, created between 1828 and 1845. It is one of 65 pencil illustrations from his travels in Hindustan.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a serene waterfront scene at Murshidabad, viewed from the Hoogly River. It features a mix of natural and man-made elements, including a pavilion, stone steps, palm trees, and buildings on a rocky cliff.
Technique & Style
The artist blended natural and architectural elements smoothly, using pencil to create a detailed and tranquil scene. The work is part of a journal-format series documenting Smith's journeys along the Ganges and visits to various cities.
History & Provenance
The drawing was later donated to a collection by W. M. Biden in 1915, becoming part of a larger archive of Smith's travels.
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