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Three Paintings of a Muleteer (3), by Moustafa Farroukh, oil, 1939

Three Paintings of a Muleteer (3)

Moustafa Farroukh

1939

oil

From the collection of Sursock Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Three Paintings of a Muleteer (3) is a 1939 oil by Moustafa Farroukh, a Orientalism work, depicting Man, held at Sursock Museum.

Who painted this?
Moustafa Farroukh
When & what style?
1939 · Orientalism
Where can I see it?
Sursock Museum

About this work

This painting shows a man with a moustache and turban, wearing a shirt. The background is dark, with the man's face and clothing standing out. The man's expression is serious, and his eyes seem to be looking straight ahead. The turban and shirt are depicted in detail, with folds and creases visible in the fabric. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and contrast, drawing the viewer's attention to the man's face and clothing. For more works by the artist who used chiaroscuro, look up Moustafa Farroukh.

About the artist

Portrait of Moustafa Farroukh
Artist

Moustafa Farroukh

Moustafa Farroukh (Arabic: مصطفى فروخ; 1901 – 1957) was one of Lebanon's most prominent painters of the 20th century.

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