watercolor paint
Street Scene near the El Ghouri Mosque in Cairo
John Frederick Lewis
A rich, highly detailed Orientalist watercolor capturing the vibrant daily life of historic Cairo.
Ornamental Decorative
Pattern-rich and embellished works with visual richness and flourish.
Ornate detail, layered pattern, and rich finish make this look expressive, decorative, and full of flourish.
Figure Studies
Bahram Gur Slaying a Dragon
Mohammad Zaman
A legendary scene of kingly courage and mythical confrontation from 17th-century Persia.
Figure Studies
Fitnah and Bahram Gur
Mohammad Zaman
A vibrant 17th-century Safavid painting depicting the legendary test of strength between Fitnah and King Bahram Gur.
Pastoral Scenes
Preparing the Palace Feast (Bustān)
Muhammad Murad Samarqandi
An intricate 17th-century Bukhara miniature showing the preparation of a royal feast amidst a lush, gold-accented landscape.