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Edwin Lord Weeks

Caravansary at Shiraz

Caravansary at Shiraz

$135,000.00 USD
$135,000.00 USD
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Created in 1894, this painting exemplifies Weeks' dedication to capturing the essence of Middle Eastern culture, architecture, and landscapes. His firsthand travels through regions like Persia informed his authentic and detailed representations, setting him apart from contemporaries who often relied on secondhand accounts. Caravansary at Shiraz stands as a testament to Weeks' remarkable skill as an Orientalist painter, offering viewers a window into a world of exotic beauty and contributing significantly to the Western understanding of Eastern life during the 19th century.

  • Period : 19th Century
  • Medium : Oil on Board and Oil
  • Dimensions: 18.5" x 15.6"
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Caravansary at Shiraz

Created in 1894, this painting exemplifies Weeks' dedication to capturing the essence of Middle Eastern culture, architecture, and landscapes. His firsthand travels through regions like Persia informed his authentic and detailed representations, setting him apart from contemporaries who often relied on secondhand accounts. Caravansary at Shiraz stands as a testament to Weeks' remarkable skill as an Orientalist painter, offering viewers a window into a world of exotic beauty and contributing significantly to the Western understanding of Eastern life during the 19th century.

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  • Title

    • Caravansary at Shiraz

    By

    • Edwin Lord Weeks

    Size

    • 18.5" x 15.6"

    Medium

    • Oil on Board
    • Oil

    Era

    • 19th Century

    Style

    • Realism

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Edwin Lord Weeks

As one of the foremost American Orientalist painters, Weeks played a significant role in popularizing the movement in the United States and Europe. His paintings not only reflected the Western fascination with the exotic but also demonstrated a deep respect for the cultures he depicted. Unlike some of his contemporaries, who romanticized Eastern life purely for aesthetic effect, Weeks sought to document his subjects with a sense of authenticity, informed by his firsthand experiences. Today, his works remain valued for their historical insight, technical brilliance, and contribution to the larger Orientalist tradition in art.

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Edwin Lord Weeks (1849–1903) was an American artist celebrated for his vivid depictions of Orientalist themes, particularly scenes from his travels in the Middle East and South Asia. His works are featured in several prominent museums and galleries worldwide, reflecting his significant contribution to 19th-century art.

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The Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York, USA): Houses The Rajah Starting on a Hunt, which portrays preparations for a hunting expedition at a palace in Ajmer, Rajasthan

Smithsonian American Art Museum (Washington, D.C., USA): Features two of Weeks's works (Hindu Merchants and Street Scene in India) , highlighting his role as a leading expatriate painter and explorer. 

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (Richmond, USA): Displays The Hour of Prayer at the Pearl Mosque, Agra, capturing a serene moment of reflection in one of India's architectural masterpieces.