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The Queen of Sheba, ready to leave her kingdom to find King Solomon, seated on a mother... 1925. Creator: Josep Maria Sert
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The Queen of Sheba, ready to leave her kingdom to find King Solomon, seated on a mother... 1925. Creator: Josep Maria Sert
The Queen of Sheba, ready to leave her kingdom to find King Solomon, seated on a mother-of-pearl conch, 1925
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Balkis Bilqis Carnavalet Museum Conch Departing Departure Elephant Entourage King Solomon Preparation Preparations Preparing Queen Of Sheba Sheba Queen Of Shell Solomon Varnish Wood Material
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This photograph captures a moment from Josep Maria Sert's iconic painting, "The Queen of Sheba, ready to leave her kingdom to find King Solomon," created in 1925. The image depicts the legendary Queen of Sheba, Balkis or Bilqis, seated regally on a mother-of-pearl conch, prepared to embark on her historic journey to meet King Solomon of Israel. The Queen, naked but for a silver girdle, gazes intently forward, her determined expression etched on her face. Her entourage, a group of men and women, stand behind her, their faces a mix of awe and anticipation. An elephant, a symbol of power and wealth, is led by a mahout, adding to the grandeur of the scene. The painting, which is housed at the Musee Carnavalet in Paris, is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the 20th century and the Old Testament story of the Queen's visit to King Solomon. The intricately detailed work, executed in oil on wood, is a masterpiece of Spanish art, with its use of contrasting white and black tones and the varnished finish that adds a lustrous sheen to the image. The photograph, a glimpse into the past, transports us to a time and place where history, religion, and art intertwined in a magnificent display of human creativity and imagination.
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