THE SCRIBES READING THE CHRONICLE TO AHASUERUS,1867 Steel Engraving

Verlag: Art Journal

Beschreibung

The steel engraving titled The Scribes Reading the Chronicle to Ahasuerus, dated 1867, illustrates a moment of historical and biblical significance drawn from the Book of Esther. The scene portrays King Ahasuerus (also known as Xerxes I) seated in regal splendor amidst opulent surroundings, while scribes read aloud from a scroll of chronicles. The king listens intently, surrounded by courtiers and attendants, including women in flowing robes and men in traditional Persian attire. The intricacy of the drapery, the rich detail in the architecture, and the expressive faces of the figures reflect the artistic skill involved in the engraving process. The engraving captures the grandeur and formality of the Persian court while conveying the importance of recorded history in ancient cultures. This moment is significant in the biblical narrative, as it leads to the king's realization of Mordecai s loyalty, ultimately altering the fate of the Jewish people. The work embodies 19th-century interest in biblical and historical themes rendered with precision and dramatic effect. ARTIST: H. O'NEIL - ENGRAVED BY LIZARS - 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 4350

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Titel: THE SCRIBES READING THE CHRONICLE TO ...

Verlag: Art Journal

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Zustand: very good