104 Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur – Armenian Bride Being Led – Engraving
This delicately hand-colored engraving titled Arménienne que l'on conduit pour la Marier ("Armenian woman being led to be married") presents a solemn wedding scene in traditional Armenian costume. The central figure, the veiled bride, is flanked by two women in richly colored robes and red headwear, guiding her forward. The composition highlights ceremonial dress and cultural rituals of marriage, reflecting Enlightenment-era interest in documenting global customs through visual ethnography
Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur was a French diplomat, illustrator, and writer known for his popular costume books depicting peoples and traditions from around the world. His engravings combined Enlightenment-era ethnography with a flair for theatrical presentation, shaping European visual culture and perceptions of the wider world in the late 18th century.
Artist:Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur.
Dimensions:22 x 18 cm.
Medium:Hand-Colored Engraving.
Date:1780
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
| Värdering | 200 - 300 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 24.4% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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