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Garden of the Persians and Hebrews
Garden of the Persians and Hebrews.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages. 1798
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This stunning handcolored copperplate engraving, titled "Garden of the Persians and Hebrews," is an exquisite example of European artistic interpretation of ancient cultures from Robert von Spalart's Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages, published in 1798. The image depicts a serene garden setting, where Persian and Hebrew figures engage in various activities. In the foreground, a Persian man in traditional attire, wearing a long robe and a tall, conical hat, sits on a mat, deep in thought. Nearby, a Hebrew woman in a long, flowing dress, adorned with intricate jewelry, tends to a flower bed. In the background, other figures can be seen, including a Persian man playing a musical instrument and a group of Hebrew men engaged in a conversation. The meticulous attention to detail in the clothing, accessories, and facial expressions of each figure reflects the extensive research and expertise of Robert von Spalart, a renowned antiquarian and scholar. This beautiful engraving offers a fascinating glimpse into European perceptions of the ancient civilizations of Persia and the Hebrews during the late 18th century, and remains an important historical document and a work of art in its own right.
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