Before a Mosque in Cairo 

"Before a Mosque in Cairo" is an oil painting by Alexandre-Gabriel Decamps, a French Romantic artist known for his depictions of Orientalist scenes. This work captures the bustling atmosphere of a courtyard in Cairo, likely near a mosque, with figures dressed in traditional Islamic attire. The architectural details, such as the arched gateway and the decorative elements on the buildings, showcase Decamps's meticulous attention to detail and his fascination with the exotic culture of the Middle East. The painting is a testament to the burgeoning interest in Orientalism during the 19th century, which fueled a surge in European artists' depictions of the Eastern world. The painting is housed in the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, Russia.