Over the old Cairo 1882

"Over the Old Cairo" is a painting by Vasily Polenov, created in 1882, that depicts a landscape scene in Egypt. The painting features a dry, sandy landscape with a small bridge in the foreground. Palm trees stand tall in the distance, while a group of figures can be seen walking along a path leading up a hill, towards a building nestled in the distance. The light in the painting is soft and warm, and the overall mood is tranquil and serene. The painting showcases Polenov's interest in capturing the beauty of foreign landscapes and his talent for portraying light and atmosphere.