Edwin Lord Weeks (1849-1903) was an American Orientalist painter known for vivid depictions of Middle Eastern and Indian scenes. In 1872 Weeks relocated to Paris, becoming a pupil of Léon Bonnat and Jean-Léon Gérôme. He traveled extensively through Asia, capturing bustling bazaars, architecture, and daily life with remarkable detail and atmospheric light.
Sunset, Bombay (also known as Modern Fire Worshippers) (1883) captures a Parsi Zoroastrian people near a sea beach, most likely Bombay. Set in India, the painting depicts robed figures gathered, sitting on a bench, in a horse drawn cart and one carrying a bicycle. The scene primarily focuses on the attire of the Parsi community. The composition emphasizes symmetry and depth, drawing the viewer into the calm scenery. This work reflects Weeks’ fascination with Eastern cultures and his commitment to authenticity, inspired by his extensive travels through India.
Edwin Lord Weeks (1849-1903) was an American Orientalist painter known for vivid depictions of Middle Eastern and Indian scenes. In 1872 Weeks relocated to Paris, becoming a pupil of Léon Bonnat and Jean-Léon Gérôme. He traveled extensively through Asia, capturing bustling bazaars, architecture, and daily life with remarkable detail and atmospheric light.
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Sunset, Bombay (also known as Modern Fire Worshippers) (1883) captures a Parsi Zoroastrian people near a sea beach, most likely Bombay. Set in India, the painting depicts robed figures gathered, sitting on a bench, in a horse drawn cart and one carrying a bicycle. The scene primarily focuses on the attire of the Parsi community. The composition emphasizes symmetry and depth, drawing the viewer into the calm scenery. This work reflects Weeks’ fascination with Eastern cultures and his commitment to authenticity, inspired by his extensive travels through India.
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