A Cairo Bazaar 1839

French artist Adrien Dauzats's 1839 oil painting, "A Cairo Bazaar," captures the bustling energy of a marketplace in Cairo, Egypt. The painting depicts a narrow street lined with vendors and their wares, with towering minarets of a mosque framing the scene. Dauzats's detailed brushstrokes capture the architectural details of the buildings, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere. The painting offers a glimpse into 19th-century Egyptian life, reflecting the growing interest in Orientalist subjects among European artists. The work is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.