Who painted Hamam, or Turkish bath?

Hamam, or Turkish bath was painted by Anonymous Greek artist in 1809.

Where can I see Hamam, or Turkish bath?

Hamam, or Turkish bath is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Hamam, or Turkish bath?

Hamam, or Turkish bath is associated with Orientalism.

Artwork

Hamam, or Turkish bath

Anonymous Greek artist , 1809

Hamam, or Turkish bath is a watercolor work on paper by the Orientalist artist Anonymous Greek artist. It dates from 1809 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Hamam, or Turkish bath, is a watercolour painting from a series documenting Ottoman institutions and customs.

History & Provenance

The series was commissioned by Stratford Canning, a diplomat in Istanbul, and created by an unknown local artist, possibly associated with Konstantin Kapidagli's studio. The works were later acquired by the Victoria and Albert Museum in 1895 from Canning's daughter.

Technique & Style

The painting blends Ottoman techniques, such as dense watercolour and bodycolour, with European representational conventions and perspective.

Context

The artwork is part of a larger series created to record Ottoman life and architecture, reflecting Canning's curiosity about local customs and institutions.