A Sheikh and his son entering Cairo on their return from a pilgrimage to Mecca
A vibrant 1874 oil painting by Robert Hawker Dowling captures a grand procession of a Sheikh and his son entering Cairo with rich Orientalist detail, inviting you to explore this masterpiece of nineteenth-century life.
robert hawker dowling
Explore the colonial art of Robert Hawker Dowling! Portraits & scenes from Tasmania & beyond by this 19th-century British artist. Discover his legacy today.
National Gallery of Victoria
Explore Australian and global art at the NGV! Discover masterpieces, diverse collections & architectural wonders in Melbourne's cultural heart. A must-see destination.