Moroccan Women 1832

"Moroccan Women" is a watercolor sketch by Eugène Delacroix from 1832. The work is a collection of studies of women in traditional Moroccan dress, rendered in the artist's characteristic loose and expressive style. Delacroix's fascination with North African culture is evident in his detailed depictions of the women's clothing, jewelry, and head coverings. This quick study highlights the artist's ongoing interest in portraying exotic and often overlooked subjects, as well as his mastery of the watercolor medium.