Coast from Ras Moosendem to Perforated Rock. 'Continuation'
Date:
1825/1825
Description:
Distinctive Features:Watercolour, pen and ink and pencil on paper.The sketch drawn by Lieutenant Michael Houghton shows three sequential topographical views of the coastal region at the Ras Moosendem [Ra’s Musandam, Oman].The views were sketched from on board ship and show landmarks inscribed respectively: ‘Coomza’[Kumzār], ‘Jezeerat Aburashid’, ‘Mishean Rocks’, ‘Jezeerat Gunnum’ [Jezirat al Ghanam] and ‘Perforated Rock’; some with latitude reported. The location of three coves also indicated.The bottom view features two dhows sailing away from the ‘Perforated Rock’.1 watercolour viewMaterials: Pen and ink with wash on paperDimensions: 55 x 341 mm or smaller