Beschreibung
The print titled "A GUARD-HOUSE IN CAIRO" is a steel engraving created in 1879, based on an original work by Jean-Léon Gérôme, a renowned French painter celebrated for his Orientalist themes and meticulous attention to detail. The engraving was executed by P.A. Rajon, who skillfully translated the intricate details and atmospheric qualities of Gérôme's original painting into this print. The image depicts a scene inside a guardhouse in Cairo, showcasing the daily life and interactions within this setting. A guard, dressed in traditional attire and armed with a sword, stands watchfully near the entrance, while other figures are engaged in various activities. One figure appears to be tending to a fire, while another, possibly a prisoner or a traveler, sits on the ground, adding a layer of narrative depth to the scene. The engraving captures the textures of the brick walls, the clothing of the figures, and the play of light and shadow, creating a vivid and immersive portrayal of life in 19th-century Cairo. The print includes the inscriptions "J.L. GEROME, PINXT" and "P.A. RAJON, SCULPT," acknowledging the original artist and the engraver, respectively, and is marked "D. Appleton & Co. New York," indicating its publication. Gérôme's work is celebrated for its detailed and historically accurate depictions, making this engraving a notable example of Orientalist art. Approx Image Size: 10 x 7 ins - Approx Overall Size With Borders : 13 1/2 x 9 1/2 ins CONDITION: FULL PAGE STEEL ENGRAVING. BLANK ON THE BACK. HEAVY CARD STOCK PAPER OF THE AGE. Image is clear and sharp with beautiful detail. As scanned. This beautiful print would look great matted and framed. Or an art supply store can provide you with a selection of frames for old art treasures NOTE THE FOLLOWING BEFORE YOU PURCHASE: This is a GENUINE ANTIQUE PRINT. It is NOT a modern reproduction, ie. a laser scan, photocopy etc. It is the original from the antique publication. This print was published on the date mentioned, or circa of the date mentioned at the top of the page. The term "print" is referred to an image on a piece of paper. The print I have for sale, like many antique prints that you see online, originate from an antique book or atlas publication. The publication may not always be known. If you have any questions, emails are welcome. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 4413
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