Point West of Algiers, North Africa, Travel Sketch 1896

"Point West of Algiers, North Africa, Travel Sketch" is a watercolor painting by Daniel Hudson Burnham, an American architect and urban planner. Completed in 1896, the artwork depicts a scenic view of Algiers, North Africa, with a coastal landscape. The painting showcases Burnham's talent as a travel sketcher, capturing the beauty of the Mediterranean coastline with its white-washed buildings, lush greenery, and the shimmering blue waters. This intimate watercolor is a testament to Burnham's artistic sensibility and his keen observation of the world around him. The Art Institute of Chicago holds this 17.6 x 25.1 cm work, which is a fine example of the picturesque genre.