Artwork
Tank at Horal
Tank at Horal 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
Tank at Horal is a drawing created by Captain Robert Smith during his travels in Hindustan between 1828 and 1833. It is part of a collection of pencil illustrations from his Pictorial Journal of Travels in Hindustan.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a serene water tank scene with people walking along its edge, a small building with columns, and trees framing the far side. The calm atmosphere suggests a peaceful moment, possibly during early morning or late afternoon.
Technique & Style
The artist employed fine lines to build up shapes, particularly in the trees and shadows, using techniques such as cross-hatching to create varying tones and textures.
History & Provenance
The drawing was part of Captain Smith's unpublished manuscript, which he refined until 1845. It was later donated to the collection by W. M. Biden in 1915.
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