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Fausto Zonaro: The Sultan’s Court Painter

Erol Makzume with a foreword by Philip Mansel

Published by Edizioni Polistami

£37.95 / $47.82 / €45.63
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Hardback, 240pp, 24 x 31 cm, 978-88-596-2220-8
Book Description

The beautifully printed book dedicated to the life and works of Fausto Zonaro (1854-1929), does full justice to the works of an Italian artist best known for his paintings of life and history of the Ottoman Empire. Erol Makzume is the leading authority on the artist, and the volume contains a foreword by the historian Philip Mansel. Makzume provides an account of the artist’s life and fascinating excerpts from the personal diary of the artist’s beloved youngest sister, Leonia, which is introduced by her great grandson, Giovanni Gaidoni.

The diary contains reminiscences of Leonia’s love, trust, and respect for her brother. It also highlights the deep affection Fausto felt for his family. We witness the difficulties and sacrifices Fausto went through in his formative years, which undoubtedly led to the development of a strong character and a determination that paved his way to success. Leonia’s short impressions and experience of her Istanbul journey provide a vivid reflection of manners and daily life in the great Ottoman capital.

The publication includes new images of recently revealed works by the artist, a selection of his popular themes, and masterpieces that add documentary value to the history of the later years of Ottoman Turkey. Some of the artist’s painted before and after his life in Turkey are also include.

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