A Servant of the Sultan[?]
1820
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
About the artist
Artist
William Page
American, Albany, New York 1811–1885 Staten Island, New York
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watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
A Servant of the Sultan[?] is a 1820 watercolor by William Page, a American Folk Art work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This watercolour painting depicts a man dressed in a vibrant orange jacket with fur trim, paired with blue pants and brown shoes. He wears a tall, pointed hat and holds a sword at his side. The man's attire is a mix of colours and textures, with the orange jacket standing out against the more subdued tones of his pants and shoes. The fur trim on the jacket adds a touch of luxury to the overall ensemble. The painting is held at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
This watercolour drawing by William Page, dated to around 1820, depicts a figure identified as a servant of the sultan. The work appears to be a study of costume rather than a direct observation from life, likely derived from a published source or another artist’s work. Stylistic comparisons suggest Page may have been influenced by Louis Dupré, whom he encountered during travels in Greece or Constantinople in 1819–20. The study is part of a broader group of costume drawings, some of which were later adapted into other works.
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American, Albany, New York 1811–1885 Staten Island, New York
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