Portraits of a Sultan and a Chinese calligrapher

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Robert Schreuder Antiquair
Professional Seller
Name
Portraits of a Sultan and a Chinese calligrapher
Measurements
Height: 36 cm, Width: 25 cm
Reference
ROBA180281
Categories
Fine Art Paintings
Periods
18th Century Antique Mid 18th century
Origins
Italy
Description
Two portraits (numbered 21 and 24 at the back): oil on canvas on wooden panel in their original gilt wooden frames. These charming works come from a larger series with images of Oriental characters. The interest in the Orient and the exotic took a flight in the 18th century. Certainly in Venice, a cultural melting pot where many trade relations brought together travelers from many continents. These portraits are also clearly influenced by the works of Jean Baptiste Vanmour (1671-1737), a Flemish painter active in Constantinople (see also his works in the Turkish cabinet in the Rijksmuseum Amsterdam).
Origin and period
Venice or northern Italy

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