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Man in Ottoman dress, by Giuseppe Tominz, oil, 1830

Man in Ottoman dress

Giuseppe Tominz

1830

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Gallery of Victoria

Dominant colour

Overview

Man in Ottoman dress is a 1830 oil by Giuseppe Tominz, a Biedermeier work, held at National Gallery of Victoria.

Who painted this?
Giuseppe Tominz
When & what style?
1830 · Biedermeier
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Victoria

About this work

This portrait depicts a man dressed in Ottoman attire, holding a letter in his right hand. He wears a dark green robe over a patterned vest, complemented by a colorful turban on his head. The man's gaze is directed straight ahead, and he sports a mustache. The man's attire and accessories suggest a connection to the Ottoman Empire, although the specific context of the portrait remains unclear. The artist's use of oil paint adds depth and richness to the image. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this portrait, you might want to explore the work of Giuseppe Tominz.

About the artist

Portrait of Giuseppe Tominz
Artist

Giuseppe Tominz

Giuseppe Tominz, also known as Jožef Tominc (6 July 1790 – 24 April 1866), was an Italian-Slovene painter from the Austrian Littoral.

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