The Oriental Chamber and Mirhab: Ottoman Interior Elegance, 1900
€ 395
Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)
Date
1900
Sheet size
24.8 × 32.9 cm (9.8 × 13.0 in)
Condition
Good
Reference
BG-14323-11
What the condition grades mean
Excellent
Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good
Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good
Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair
Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.
Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.
Condition
Minor age-related toning and occasional light foxing consistent with age. Small traces of original binding along the upper edge as issued. Overall a beautiful impression with strong color and excellent decorative appeal.
About this sheet
An exceptional original antique color print depicting Chambre Orientale – Le Mirhab (Côté Opposé à la Fenêtre) from the celebrated Collection Henry d'Allemagne. This richly ornamented composition presents an intimate Ottoman-inspired interior centered around a beautifully decorated mihrab-like niche, elaborate wall panels, stained glass, Arabic calligraphy, and luxurious divan seating.
The room embodies the refined domestic aesthetics of the late Ottoman world, combining carved wooden cabinetry, Iznik-inspired tilework, floral ornament, and an abundance of traditional vessels displayed upon open shelves. The sumptuous textiles and elevated seating platform evoke the comfort and ceremonial elegance of historic Eastern Mediterranean interiors.
Produced during the Belle Époque, the print reflects the fascination of French scholars and collectors with Islamic art and architecture. It serves both as an important document of historic interior design and as a highly decorative work suitable for contemporary interiors.
This is an original antique print and not a modern reproduction. The print is sold unframed. Any framed images or interior visualizations are intended solely for inspiration and may not represent exact scale.
Condition: Minor age-related toning and occasional light foxing consistent with age. Small traces of original binding along the upper edge as issued. Overall a beautiful impression with strong color and excellent decorative appeal.
