Joseph Austin Benwell | |
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 The Great Sphinx of Egypt, painting by Joseph Austin Benwell 1886 | |
| Born | 26 May 1816 Southwark, London, England |
| Died | 13 May 1886 Kensington, London, England |
| Resting place | Kensal Green Cemetery, London |
| Notable work | Painting, engraving and illustrations |
| Movement | Orientalist |
| Spouse | Marian Boulton (1821–1892) |
Joseph Austin Benwell (1816–1886) was an English artist, engraver and illustrator. He was primarily an artist in the 'orientalist' style. Many of his paintings and engravings were based on his travels in the Near and Middle East, China and India, often featuring camel caravans, Arab scenes and depictions of Indian life.