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Dervish, 1700-1737. Creator: Workshop of Jean Baptiste Vanmour
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Dervish, 1700-1737. Creator: Workshop of Jean Baptiste Vanmour
Dervish, 1700-1737
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1700s 1710s 1720s 1730s Dervish Fine Art Hand Gestures Jean Baptiste Van Mour Jean Baptiste Vanmour Jean Baptiste Vanmour Workshop Of Levant Levantine Orientalism Orientalist Ottoman Empire Sufi Tulip Era Van Mour Jean Baptiste Vanmour Jean Baptiste Vanmour Jean Baptiste Workshop Of Workshop Of Jean Baptiste Vanmour
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This 18th-century oil painting depicts a Dervish, a member of the Sufi religious order in the Islamic world, in a moment of spiritual ecstasy during his dance. The artwork, created by the Workshop of Jean Baptiste Vanmour around 1700-1737, is a testament to the rich cultural exchange between Europe and the Middle East during the Tulip Era and the Ottoman Empire. The Dervish is dressed in traditional garb, including a long, flowing robe and a tall, conical hat, adorned with intricate geometric patterns. His hands are raised in a gesture of devotion, his eyes closed in deep concentration. The vibrant colors and rich textures of the painting bring the scene to life, transporting the viewer to a far-off land and time. The painting is a prime example of Orientalist art, a genre popular during the 17th and 18th centuries in Europe, which depicted scenes from the Middle East and the Levant. Jean Baptiste Vanmour, a Dutch painter active in the Netherlands, was a leading figure in this movement. His workshop produced numerous works featuring Middle Eastern subjects, reflecting the fascination and curiosity of Europeans towards the exotic and mysterious lands of the East. This painting is now a cherished part of the collection at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, a testament to the enduring legacy of Vanmour and the rich cultural heritage of the Low Countries during the 18th century.
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