Trois fillettes et trois chiots en Turquie 

This painting, by Narcisse-Virgilio Diaz, shows us three young girls with puppies in what the artist imagines to be Turkey, and is rendered in oil on canvas. Diaz uses a painterly approach, with visible brushstrokes that allow us to appreciate the texture and viscosity of the paint itself. Look at the way the impasto creates depth in the fabrics, jewelry, and the puppies' fur. The layering of colors and blending of tones suggest the artist's interest in capturing the effects of light and atmosphere. The artist's skill is evident in his ability to depict the rich, decorative details of the girls' garments, drawing the eye into an orientalist fantasy. Diaz’s art reflects the aesthetics of his time, and the burgeoning taste for such images was fuelled by social factors like tourism and trade with the Middle East. This painting is not only an aesthetic experience, but also a signifier of its historical moment, shaped by colonial relationships and cultural exchange.