Orientalist Portrait, Oil On Cardboard, Late 19th - Early 20th Century

A beautiful oil painting on cardboard depicting an oriental man wearing a fez or tarboosh, a typical emblem of Ottoman and Maghreb cultures. The artist has skillfully captured the features and expression of the subject, giving the portrait a realistic and expressive quality. The rich colors and detailed rendering of the clothing reflect the fascination with Orientalism, a popular art movement in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, which sought to evoke the beauty and exoticism of Eastern cultures.

The painting is signed on the back, confirming its authenticity. The overall dimensions, including the frame, are 27.5 cm wide by 37 cm high, and 18 cm wide by 26.5 cm high unframed.

    •    Period: Late 19th - early 20th century
    •    Medium: Oil on cardboard
    •    Subject: Oriental man wearing a fez or tarboosh
    •    Dimensions: Overall 27.5 x 37 cm, unframed 18 x 26.5 cm
    •    Condition: Good overall condition, with some signs of age-related wear

This piece is ideal for collectors of Orientalist art or for those looking to add a touch of exoticism and sophistication to their art collection.