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Turkish Woman at her Embroidery Frame, c.1720-c.1737. Creator: Jean Baptiste Vanmour
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Turkish Woman at her Embroidery Frame, c.1720-c.1737. Creator: Jean Baptiste Vanmour
Turkish Woman at her Embroidery Frame, c.1720-c.1737
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1720s 1730s Class Fine Art Jean Baptiste Van Mour Jean Baptiste Vanmour Levant Levantine Orientalism Orientalist Ottoman Empire Social Class Tulip Era Van Mour Jean Baptiste Vanmour Jean Baptiste Needlework Pastime Sewing
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Turkish Woman at her Embroidery Frame, c.1720-c.1737, by Jean Baptiste Vanmour This evocative oil painting, created by the Dutch artist Jean Baptiste Vanmour between the years 1720 and 1737, captures the essence of leisurely pastimes during the Ottoman Empire's Tulip Era. The image portrays a Turkish woman, elegantly dressed in richly colored and intricately patterned apparel, intently focused on her embroidery frame. The indoor setting, with its warm, inviting ambiance, further emphasizes the tranquility and comfort of this private moment. The painting is a prime example of the Orientalist art movement, which emerged during the 18th and 19th centuries as a result of European artists' fascination with the Middle East. Vanmour, who spent a significant portion of his career in the Levant, was particularly known for his detailed and authentic depictions of life in the Ottoman Empire. The woman's clothing, with its vibrant colors and elaborate designs, reflects the social class and cultural heritage of the Ottoman Empire. The embroidery frame, adorned with delicate floral motifs, is a testament to the importance of needlework as a valued pastime for women during this era. This painting, now housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, offers a glimpse into the rich history and traditions of the Ottoman Empire during the Tulip Era. It serves as a reminder of the artistic exchanges that took place between Europe and the Middle East, and the enduring influence of Orientalist art on European culture.
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