The letter writer, Cairo. 1846 - 1849

"The Letter Writer, Cairo" is a lithograph by David Roberts, created between 1846 and 1849. The artwork depicts a scene in Cairo, Egypt, where a letter writer is seated on a platform, writing a letter for a woman, who is watching attentively. The artwork is a visual record of everyday life in 19th-century Cairo, capturing the traditional dress and customs of the time. Roberts, a Scottish painter and lithographer, was known for his detailed and romantic depictions of the Middle East, captured during his travels in the 1830s and 1840s. This piece exemplifies his fascination with the region's architecture, people, and culture.