Wady Dabod [Wadi Dabod], Nubia. Nov. 16th, 1838. by David Roberts

Wady Dabod [Wadi Dabod], Nubia. Nov. 16th, 1838. 1846 - 1849

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landscape illustration sketch

surrealistic

landscape

possibly oil pastel

underpainting

surrealism

watercolour illustration

imaginary surrealistic

surrealist

watercolor

environment sketch

David Roberts' "Wady Dabod [Wadi Dabod], Nubia" (1846-1849) is a captivating landscape painting showcasing the serene beauty of Nubia. The painting captures a tranquil scene of a bay, with a distant island, likely Wadi Dabod, against a soft, cloudy sky. The setting sun casts a gentle glow upon the water, highlighting the presence of figures and crocodiles on the shore. Roberts was a prominent 19th-century artist known for his lithographic travel sketches, particularly in Egypt and the Holy Land. His artistic style often showcased dramatic light and shadow effects, capturing the architectural and natural wonders of the regions he visited.