Tartar Women at the Baïdar, Crimea, August 26, 1837 1842

Auguste Raffet's lithograph, "Tartar Women at the Baïdar, Crimea, August 26, 1837," depicts a group of Crimean Tartar women in traditional clothing. Created in 1842, this artwork showcases Raffet's keen eye for detail and his interest in capturing scenes of daily life in the Crimean Peninsula. The lithograph's composition, featuring a central figure of a woman holding a child, emphasizes the family unit and the importance of tradition within Tartar culture. The artwork's realism and sense of historical accuracy have made it a popular piece among art enthusiasts and collectors.