Army men turbans doorway Title page Eckartshausen
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Army men turbans doorway Title page Eckartshausen
Army of men with turbans at a doorway Title page for: Eckartshausen, Omars lessons, 1816, A boy points to a man on the floor in an interior. Next to him is a man with a turban with a knife in his hand. Outside, seen through the doorway, there is a large number of armed men with turbans, head-gear: turban, index finger forwards, pointing, indicating, violent death by dagger, knife - EE - death not certain, wounded person, Philippus Velijn (mentioned on object), Leiden, paper, etching, h 240 mm × w 161 mm
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Media ID 19540989
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1816 Army Dagger Death Doorway Floor Hand Indicating Knife Leiden Next Outside Philippus Velijn Pointing Turban Turbans Violent Death Wounded Person Armed Men Large Number Mentioned
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "Army men turbans doorway Title page Eckartshausen" transports viewers to a scene filled with intrigue and tension. The image, taken from the book "Omars lessons" published in 1816, showcases a young boy pointing towards a man lying on the floor within an interior setting. Standing beside him is another man donning a turban, gripping a knife tightly in his hand. Through the open doorway, one's gaze falls upon a multitude of armed men also wearing turbans. Their presence suggests an imminent danger or conflict unfolding outside. Each figure stands tall and proud, their index fingers extended forward as if indicating something significant. The symbolism of violence and potential death is further emphasized by the prominent display of daggers held by some of these armed men. However, it remains uncertain whether this impending fate will befall any particular individual. Created by Philippus Velijn and etched onto paper using meticulous detail, this artwork measures 240 mm in height and 161 mm in width. Its historical significance lies not only in its visual representation but also in its mention of Leiden - perhaps alluding to events or influences specific to that time and place. As we delve into this enigmatic composition captured within the Liszt Collection's archives, we are left pondering the untold stories behind each character portrayed here while marveling at the artist's ability to evoke such intensity through their craft.
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