Turkish Merchant Smoking in His Shop 1844

"Turkish Merchant Smoking in His Shop" is a painting by Alexandre-Gabriel Decamps, completed in 1844. It depicts a seated Turkish merchant in his shop, smoking a pipe and surrounded by various goods. The painting is notable for its realistic portrayal of the merchant's features and clothing, as well as the detailed depiction of the shop's interior. Decamps was known for his Orientalist paintings, which were often inspired by his travels to the Middle East. This painting, now housed at the Musée d'Orsay in Paris, exemplifies his ability to capture the atmosphere and culture of the East.