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Captives (Captive Montenegrin Women), 1870 (oil on canvas)
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Captives (Captive Montenegrin Women), 1870 (oil on canvas)
5615398 Captives (Captive Montenegrin Women), 1870 (oil on canvas) by Cermak, Jaroslav (1831-78); 162x116 cm; Narodni Galerie, Prague, Czech Republic; (add.info.: Montenegro girls captured by bashi-bazouks (irregular soldiers of the Ottoman army) when Montenegro was under control of the Ottoman Empire.); Czech, out of copyright
Media ID 23269122
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Academicism Balkan Balkans Bashi Bazouk Captured Czech Exotic Exoticism Montenegrin Near East Near Eastern Orient Oriental Orientalism Orientalist Ottoman Prisoners
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The captivating painting "Captives (Captive Montenegrin Women)" by Jaroslav Cermak takes us back to the year 1870, capturing a poignant moment in history. This oil on canvas masterpiece measures an impressive 162x116 cm and is housed at the Narodni Galerie in Prague, Czech Republic. In this evocative artwork, we witness a group of Montenegro girls who have fallen victim to the brutality of war. They were captured by bashi-bazouks, irregular soldiers serving in the Ottoman army during their occupation of Montenegro. The artist skillfully portrays their anguish and vulnerability through his meticulous brushstrokes. This painting transports us to a time when exoticism and orientalism fascinated European artists. Cermak's work reflects this fascination with its depiction of women dressed in traditional Balkan attire, adorned with turbans that symbolize their captors' influence. "Captives (Captive Montenegrin Women)" stands as a testament to academicism and the power of art to shed light on historical events. It serves as a reminder of the struggles faced by those living under foreign rule and highlights the resilience of these brave women. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece, we are reminded not only of its artistic beauty but also its historical significance. Through Cermak's talent, we are transported into an era long gone but forever preserved within this timeless artwork.
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