View of the tombs of the caliphs of Cairo 1900

"View of the tombs of the Caliphs of Cairo" is a 1900 oil painting by Swiss artist Hermann David Salomon Corrodi. The painting depicts a sweeping panorama of the Cairo cityscape, dominated by the towering minaret of a mosque, a prominent feature of the Cairo skyline. The painting captures the unique architectural character of the city, with its ancient structures and the bustling life that surrounds them. Corrodi's depiction of the tombs is characteristic of his Orientalist style, a genre of art that was popular in Europe during the 19th century, focusing on the cultures and landscapes of the Middle East and North Africa. The artist's use of muted colors and brushstrokes creates a sense of atmosphere, conveying the heat and dust of the desert landscape.