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J. EGAN (*1799) after JONES (*1812), Fighting Orientals on the brink, Mezzotint

James Egan (1799 County Roscommon - 1842 ) after Samuel John Egbert Jones (around 1812 - 1849 ): Fighting Orientals on the precipice of a deep gorge, 19th century, Mezzotint Technique: Hand colored Mezzotint on Paper Inscription: At the lower part signed in the printing plate: "Painted by S. J. E. Jones / Engraved by J. Egan". At the lower part inscribed in the printing plate: "London. Published by Relfe and Fletcher Cornhill". Date: 19th century Description: The artwork shows a dramatic scene in the open air in which two figures are depicted in hand-to-hand combat. The aggressor, in traditional oriental dress, is attacking from above, while the defender, also in oriental garb, appears to be falling. A third, female figure in the background observes the confrontation. Richly detailed and colourful garments contrast with the gloomy, natural background. Keywords: artwork; drama; battle scene; Orient; traditional clothing; aggressor; defender; third figure; observation; richness of detail; colourfulness; contrast; natural background; scenery; posture; interaction; tension; narration; robes; open air; Mongolia; Turkey; Orient; Orient; fairy tale; 1001 Nights, 19th century, Romanticism, Military, Turkey, Size: Paper: 44,3 cm x 33,7 cm (17,4 x 13,3 in)

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J. EGAN (*1799) after JONES (*1812), Fighting Orientals on the brink, Mezzotint

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Estimate 450 - 600 EUR
Starting price  250 EUR

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