Paintings in the Musée Fesch 1890

"Le Joueur de Guzla-Egypte" by Paul Leroy, painted in 1890, is a realist portrait of a young man playing a traditional Egyptian musical instrument. The subject is captured in a moment of quiet concentration, showcasing the artist's skillful rendering of detail and texture. The painting, likely commissioned by the artist's patron, illustrates the cultural fascination of the Orient in the late 19th century. The composition is characterized by a simple, direct approach, highlighting the musician and his instrument in a domestic setting, drawing the viewer's attention to the subject's skillful performance.