Choadar, Servant of the Ambassador 1700 - 1737

"Choadar, Servant of the Ambassador" (1700-1737) is an oil painting on canvas by the Flemish painter Jean Baptiste Vanmour (1671-1737). The painting depicts a Turkish servant dressed in traditional Ottoman clothing, standing in a landscape setting. The portrait likely portrays a real figure, showcasing Vanmour's interest in capturing the people and culture of the Ottoman Empire. The painting's realistic detail and meticulous rendering are characteristic of Vanmour's style, which combined elements of Flemish and Italian art traditions.