Abstract: Genre/Subject Matter:Maritime view in the straits of Babelmandel [Bab-el-Mandeb]. A steamer is visible at left.Temporal context:This drawing was likely made during Henry Yule’s return journey to India with his new wife, Anna Maria White, in 1844.Inscriptions:Recto:Lower left, pen and ink: ‘Babelmandel Jany 1844’Upper right, ink stamp: ‘35’Verso:Centre, ink stamp: ‘India Office Library 12 Dec 1919’Upper right, pencil: ‘36’Physical description: Dimensions:177 x 254 mmMaterials:Watercolour and pen on watercolour paperCondition:Thick surface dirt throughout and on recto with staining originating from adhesive on upper edge.