The Old Blue-Tiled Mosque Outside of Delhi, India by Edwin Lord Weeks

The Old Blue-Tiled Mosque Outside of Delhi, India 

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figurative

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possibly oil pastel

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handmade artwork painting

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oil painting

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fluid art

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acrylic on canvas

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underpainting

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painting painterly

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watercolour illustration

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surrealist

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watercolor

Edwin Lord Weeks's "The Old Blue-Tiled Mosque Outside of Delhi, India" is a realist depiction of a mosque adorned in blue tiles, a scene common in the artist's work of the 19th century. The painting captures the bustling life of India, with a camel caravan resting near the mosque while figures interact in the foreground. The detailed brushwork and vibrant color palette evoke the atmosphere of Delhi and highlight the cultural richness of India. Weeks's attention to detail, as seen in the intricate tilework, the expressions of the figures, and the texture of the ground, creates a captivating and immersive scene for the viewer. The painting serves as a window into the past, offering a glimpse into the daily life of Indians and the architecture of Delhi during this era.

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