Tyrkere ved brætspil i café i Chalkis 1836

"Tyrkere ved brætspil i café i Chalkis" (1836) by Danish artist Martinus Rørbye (1803-1848) depicts a scene of everyday life in Chalkis, Greece. The watercolor painting captures a group of men, dressed in traditional Ottoman attire, engaged in a game of backgammon in a cafe. This work showcases Rørbye's interest in capturing the details of foreign cultures, a popular theme in 19th-century European art. The scene, rich in detail, offers a glimpse into the social customs and leisure activities of the Ottoman era.