Joseph Austin Benwell

Joseph Austin Benwell
The Great Sphinx of Egypt, painting by Joseph Austin Benwell 1886
Born26 May 1816
Southwark, London, England
Died13 May 1886
Kensington, London, England
Resting placeKensal Green Cemetery, London
Notable workPainting, engraving and illustrations
MovementOrientalist
SpouseMarian 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.