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Besides Greek mythology, what is another frequent subject in Gérôme's work?

  • Eastern philosophy

  • Orientalism

  • Global politics

  • Underwater exploration

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Besides Greek mythology, another frequent subject in Gérôme's work is Orientalism. Orientalism is a style of art and literature that depicts the Middle East and North Africa in a romanticized way. Gérôme's Orientalist paintings often feature exotic landscapes, beautiful women, and mysterious men. They are a popular example of Orientalism in Western art.
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