Wady Maharraka, Nubia. Nov. 14th — History & Facts
In Wady Maharraka, Nubia. Nov. 14th, David Roberts presents a stunning landscape filled with warm earth tones.
The painting features rugged mountains and a serene river, creating a harmonious balance. The sky is painted in soft blues and whites, suggesting a tranquil atmosphere. Sparse vegetation hints at the arid environment typical of Nubia. Roberts employs oil on canvas to create this work, which measures approximately 60 x 90 cm.
The brushwork is detailed, capturing the textures of the rocky landscape and the flowing water. The use of light and shadow adds depth, making the scene feel more dynamic. The composition draws the viewer's eye towards the horizon, inviting exploration. David Roberts was a Scottish painter known for his detailed depictions of the Middle East and North Africa.
This painting was created during his travels in the 1840s, a time when European interest in Egypt was growing. Roberts' works often served to document the landscapes and cultures he encountered. Wady Maharraka reflects his fascination with the exotic beauty of Nubia.
More Artworks by David Roberts

Approach to the Fortress of Ibrim.
David Roberts

Karnac [Karnak]. Nov. 29th, 1838.
David Roberts

General view of the ruins of Luxor, from the Nile. 1838.
David Roberts

Pompey’s Pillar, Alexandria.
David Roberts

Temple of Kalabshee [Kalabsha, Kalâbishah], Nubia. Nov. 1838.
David Roberts

Thebes. Great Hall at Karnak. Nov. 28, 1838.
David Roberts

The Fortress of the Alhambra, Granada
David Roberts

Entrance to the tombs of the kings of Thebes. Bab-el-Malouk [Bîbân al-Mulûk].
David Roberts

Temple of Edfou [Idfû], ancient Appolinopolis, Upper Egypt.
David Roberts

Statues of Memnon at Thebes, during the inundation.
David Roberts
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