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David Roberts — Seated Tribesmen, Petra
David Roberts

Seated Tribesmen, Petra

A watercolour study by David Roberts depicting seated members of a Bedouin tribe at the archaeological site of Petra. The work showcases Roberts' skill in capturing human figures and cultural subjects during his travels in the Middle East.

Medium
Watercolour over traces of pencil, heightened with bodycolour;

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David Roberts, R.A. - Travels through the Middle East; Important Watercolours from a Distinguished Private Collection

April 29, 2025

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David Roberts, Seated Tribesmen, Petra

A watercolour study by David Roberts depicting seated members of a Bedouin tribe at the archaeological site of Petra. The work showcases Roberts' skill in capturing human figures and cultural subjects during his travels in the Middle East.

Medium
Watercolour over traces of pencil, heightened with bodycolour;
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

David Roberts, Figure Study, Cultural Documentation, 19th Century, Petra, Tribesmen, Bodycolour, Orientalism, Watercolour, Middle East

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