David Roberts
1796–1864 · Scottish · 30 artworks
RomanticismOrientalismDetailed architectural renderingDramatic lightingAtmospheric perspectiveOrientalist themesTravel sketches
artist bio
David Roberts was a Scottish painter, best known for his detailed and dramatic depictions of historical and architectural subjects, particularly those from his travels in the Near East and Europe. His work played a significant role in popularizing Orientalism and documenting important historical sites.
what you'll learn
Studying Roberts' work allows students to explore the Romantic fascination with exotic locales and historical accuracy, while also considering the colonial context of Orientalist art. Students can learn about perspective, architectural rendering, and the use of light and shadow to create atmosphere.
related: Jean-Leon Gerome, Eugene Delacroix
30 artworks
Views of FA-Khasne, Petra
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Petra. Ruins of a Triumphal Arch
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Nazareth. The Church of the Annunciation
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Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem
1849
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Pelra. Views of the Eastern End of the Valley
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The Exterior of the Holy Sepulchre and Calvary
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Bethlehem. Shrine of the Nativity
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Jerusalem from the Road Leading to Bethany
1833
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A View in Cairo
1840
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Petra. El Deir
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The Mosque of Omar
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An Ancient Egyptian Temple, on Gebel Garaba
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Ascent to the Summit of Mount Sinai
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Portion of the Eastern Portico
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Portico of the Temple of Isis at Philae
1851
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Baalbek. The Circular Temple
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Cape Blanco
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Bethlehem. The Grotto of the Nativity
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The Pool of Bethesda
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The Inauguration of the Great Exhibition, 1 May 1851
1854
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Principal Court of the Convent of Saint Catherine
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View of Nazareth
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Scene on the Quay of Suez
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View of Jaffa from the South
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Convent of Saint Catherine, Mount Sinai
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Departure of the Israelites
1830
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Fruit Sellers from the Islands, Venice
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The Castle of Alcalá de GuadaÃra
1833
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Architecture and Art of the great Temple of Karnak. City of Thebes. Egypt.
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View of the Church of Santa Maria della Salute, on the Grand Canal, Venice, with the Dogana beyond
1851
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