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Antique Framed Print : The Tortoise Trainer, 1906. Artist: Hamdi Bey, Osman (1842-1910)
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The Tortoise Trainer, 1906. Artist: Hamdi Bey, Osman (1842-1910)
The Tortoise Trainer, 1906. Found in the collection of the Pera Museum, Istanbul
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Media ID 15013364
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Animal Trainer Genre Scene The Oriental Arts Tortoise Training Turkey Weekday
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.9cm x 37.1cm (7.8" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The Tortoise Trainer, 1906
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is a captivating oil painting by Hamdi Bey, Osman (1842-1910), which can be found in the prestigious collection of the Pera Museum in Istanbul. This exquisite artwork transports viewers to a world where entertainment and training converge in an enchanting genre scene. In this mesmerizing piece, we witness a skilled animal trainer engaging with his unusual pupil – a tortoise. The artist's meticulous brushstrokes bring to life the intricate details of both the trainer and his reptilian companion. The man's focused expression reveals his dedication and expertise as he patiently guides the tortoise through its paces. The painting not only showcases remarkable technical skill but also offers insight into Turkish culture during that era. It provides us with a glimpse into the art of animal training, which was considered both an amusement for spectators and an esteemed profession. Hamdi Bey masterfully captures the essence of this unique interaction between human and animal, highlighting their harmonious connection. Through this work, he invites us to contemplate our relationship with nature and reminds us of our ability to communicate across species boundaries. "The Tortoise Trainer" stands as a testament to Hamdi Bey's talent as well as his contribution to fine art images from Turkey during that period. Its presence at the Pera Museum allows visitors to appreciate its beauty firsthand while immersing themselves in the rich cultural heritage preserved within its walls.
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