90 Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur – Armenian Men in Traditional Dress – Engraving
This hand-colored engraving titled Arménien depicts two Armenian men dressed in richly colored traditional garments. Both figures wear long robes and red caps, with one man holding a curved dagger at his waist, suggesting status and regional identity. The scene reflects European interest in documenting the cultural diversity of the Ottoman Empire and its surrounding regions during the 18th century, blending costume study with ethnographic imagination
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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