A Mosque, Cairo 1891

John Singer Sargent’s “A Mosque, Cairo” (1891) is a watercolor depicting the interior of a mosque in Cairo. The painting captures the grand architecture of the mosque, with its columns and intricate mosaic floor. The use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and perspective, drawing the viewer’s eye towards the window at the far end of the room. Sargent’s masterful use of watercolor and his keen eye for detail create a striking and evocative portrait of this Islamic place of worship.