Where did Delacroix find his exotic inspiration?
South America
North Africa
Australia
Papua New Guinea
Answer
The exoticism in Delacroix's paintings was inspired by his travels to North Africa. He was particularly fascinated by the Arab culture and the Islamic architecture of the region. He visited Algeria and Morocco in 1832 and 1834, and his experiences there had a profound impact on his work.
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