Istanbul Gelisim University IISBF SosyoCom: Monthly Events and News Bulletin (Issue: 47, November 2024)

DISCOVER ORIENTALISM IN PERA MUSEUM If you're interested in Orientalist paintings, the Pera Museum in Istanbul is a great place to visit. Orientalism is a broad term that encompasses various meanings, but generally, it refers to the study and portrayal of the ‘Orient’ by the ‘West'. In the realm of art, Orientalism is a style which focuses on depicting what we now consider the Middle East, encompassing regions in West Asia, North Africa, and the southeastern part of Europe. Orientalism captivated many artists in the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly after Napoleon Bonaparte’s invasion and occupation of Egypt in 1798. This movement attracted the attention of European artists, including those from the Romantic movement, who were inspired by the allure of the East.