Paintings like The Snake Charmer or The Black Bard are recognised by millions around the world, but few will instinctually ...

Among these intrepid explorers were artists who, inspired by their experiences, sought to capture the essence of the Orient through paintings ... including Jean-Leon Gerome and Eugene Delacroix.

where he attended classes of Jean-Leon Gerome, another major influence. Osman Hamdi adopted the western style of painting to depict orientalist scenes. He followed the burgeoning vogue and market ...