In art history, literature and cultural studies, Orientalism is the imitation or depiction of aspects in the Eastern world. These depictions are usually done by writers, designers, and artists from the Western world. In particular, Orientalist painting, depicting more specifically the Middle East,[1] was one of the many specialisms of 19th-century academic art, and the literature of Western countries took a similar interest in Oriental themes.

fishingroom by Nicolette Ceccoli.

Arthur Rackham is very likely the most influential illustrator of 20th century and his works are today among the most collectible ones. Please enter very special imaginary worlds created by his style.