Turkish Female 1838

"Turkish Female" is a lithograph created by John Frederick Lewis in 1838. It depicts a seated woman dressed in traditional Turkish clothing, possibly a wealthy woman of the Ottoman Empire. The scene, rendered in subtle gray tones, portrays an intimate moment of reflection, as the woman gazes pensively towards a window. The work showcases Lewis's interest in depicting the cultures and customs of the Middle East, a recurring theme in his artistic career. The lithograph's detailed rendering of the woman's clothing and the interior setting contributes to the overall sense of realism and historical accuracy.