Who painted Erzeroum?

Erzeroum was painted by John Baptist Joseph Dormer in 1878.

Where can I see Erzeroum?

Erzeroum is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Erzeroum?

Erzeroum is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Erzeroum?

Museum-quality prints of Erzeroum are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Erzeroum

John Baptist Joseph Dormer , 1878

Erzeroum is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist John Baptist Joseph Dormer. It dates from 1878 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Erzeroum is a watercolour drawing created in 1878 by John Baptist Joseph Dormer, 12th Baron Dormer. It depicts the Seljuk Çifte Minareli Medrese, a historical building now serving as a museum.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing shows the Çifte Minareli Medrese, with its two tall towers and arched doorways, capturing the textures of the stone and the play of shadows. A few figures are shown near the entrance, set against a backdrop of uneven ground.

Technique & Style

Executed in shades of gray and brown with hints of blue, the watercolour emphasizes the building's architectural details. The style reflects the 19th-century focus on realistic representation, with attention to texture and shadow.

History & Provenance

The drawing was acquired by Alister Mathews before being sold at a Sotheby's auction to Rodney Searight on April 14, 1976.

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Artist & collection

Artist

John Baptist Joseph Dormer

John Baptist Joseph Dormer painted North-African watercolors in the 1870s. He shows the Mosque walls on Monsoorat, the Sidi fet allah gate in Tunis, and the oldest mosque in Tlemcen. Each sheet records a town, a gate,…

Museum

Victoria and Albert Museum

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