Abstract: Distinctive Features:Watercolour, pen and ink and pencil on paper.The sketch drawn by Lieutenant Michael Houghton shows two sequential topographical views of the coastal region between Bookh [Bukhā, Oman] and ‘Shaum’ [Sha’am, Oman]The views were sketched from on board ship and show landmarks inscribed: ‘Jeddee’[Al Jādī, Oman], ‘White Patch’, ‘Shaum’ and ‘Mosque on a Mount’ with latitude reported. The bottom view also features a ship.Physical description: Materials: Pen and ink with wash on paperDimensions: 80 x 340 mm or smaller