Pharaoh's Palace 1880

"Pharaoh's Palace" is a pencil drawing created in 1880 by Russian artist Vasily Polenov. The artwork depicts a scene inside a grand Egyptian palace, featuring a pharaoh seated on a throne surrounded by attendants. The intricate details of the palace architecture, including columns adorned with hieroglyphs, add a sense of historical accuracy and grandeur. The drawing's composition and use of line create a dynamic portrayal of the pharaoh's court, capturing the solemnity and power of the moment. The drawing exemplifies Polenov's interest in historical and mythological themes, and his mastery of draftsmanship.