Tag: Alma
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01 Work, Orientalist Art, Francesco Hayez’s The Desert Patrol, with footnotes #131
Desert Patrol, was a paramilitary force. Its main task was to guard tribe’s borders with its neighbors, as well as to provide protection.As the sun dips below the horizon, the sky transforms into a canvas of deep oranges and purples, casting a warm glow over the rugged desert landscape. Alma, with her keen eyes scanning…
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05 Works, Orientalist Art, Francesco Hayez’s The Caravan guard, with footnotes #130
Imagine a canvas alive with the rich, warm tones that Francesco Hayez masterfully employed. The scene unfolds under a vivid azure sky, where billowing clouds reflect shades of gold and crimson, giving an impression of time stretching at dusk… Please follow link for full post
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10 Works, The Art of War, Franz Ritter von Stuck, Eugène Delacroix and Titian’s The Abduction of Alma, with footnotes
As Alma walks through the market she senses that she is being followed by group of people. She decides to get away but the faster she moved they faster they came. She finally decides to make a run for it… Please follow link for full post
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07 Works, The Art of War, Leonardo da Vinci’s Alma and her Archers Arrive in Gaza, with footnotes
The painting captures the essence of strength, grace, and defiance as these fierce Bedouin warrior women fight valiantly for their homeland… Please follow link for full post
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05 Works, The Art of War, Franz Ritter von Stuck ‘s Realization, with footnotes
Tired and covered in scars. The stench of blood and death fills the air, as the remaining members of their tribe gather to pay their respects to the fallen warriors… Please follow link for full post
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05 Works, The Art of War, Pharaonic reliefs of Alma at the battle of Kadesh, with footnotes
Alma, a skilled and courageous commander, played a vital role in the Egyptian army led by Ramses II during the invasion of Hittite territories in Palestine and the subsequent push into Syria, culminating in the Battle of Kadesh. As she rode atop her loyal and dependable steed, Alma served as an inspiring figure for her…
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02 Works, The Art of War, Jan van den Hecke’s The Aftermath of the Battle, with footnotes
The artwork depicts Alma, a stunning and fair Bedouin warrior woman with flowing dark red hair. She is shown seated on the ground, surrounded by the aftermath of a battle. Clad in ornate Arab armor that reveals a hint of her battle weariness, Alma gazes solemnly at the scene before her. Her presence is accompanied…
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01 Work, Middle East Artists, THE ART OF WAR, The Pre-Raphaelite’s Bravery on the Battlefield, with Footnotes #86
As Alma lay there, her thoughts drifted back to the events that had unfolded. She had been leading her tribe, defending their land from invaders who sought to claim their resources. The battle had raged on for days, leaving casualties scattered across the sandy terrain. With every swing of her scimitar, she had fought valiantly…
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01 Work, Middle East Artists, THE ART OF WAR, Leonardo da Vinci’s Battle maidens of the Sands, with Footnotes #85
Leonardo da Vinci captures a scene of intense battle and fierce determination. Set in an arid battlefield, Bedouin warrior women stand at the forefront. Their bodies adorned in intricately oriental armor, they exude both strength and elegance. As the women take aim, their gazes focused and unwavering, they release their spears towards the enemy. The…
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01 Work, Middle East Artists, THE ART OF WAR, Henry Zaidan’s Mother and Child, with Footnotes #83
Mother and child riding a donkey, their eyes fixed on the path ahead. They are following the footsteps of the father, who tirelessly led the way through the desolate surroundings, searching for a safe place to pitch their tent amidst the horrors of war that surrounded them. The once lively village they called home had…
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01 Work, The Art of War, Henry Zaidan’s Alma, The Warrior at peace, with footnotes
The sun hangs low in the sky, casting a warm golden glow across the sandy shores. Waves gently lap against the land, creating a soothing sound that mingles with the distant calls of seagulls. Sitting gracefully on the shoreline, a breathtaking Bedouin warrior woman captures the attention of all who gaze upon her. Her flowing…
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08 Works, The Art of War, Leonardo da Vinci and Anselm Feuerbach imbedded with Alma and her Warrior, with footnotes
In the midst of a rugged field, where grains of sand mingle with tufts of grass, Alma and her troop of Bedouin women stand tall. Clad in ornate, oriental armor, each woman exudes a sense of power and resilience… Please follow link for full post
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06 Works, The Art of War, 17th-century Italian Old Masters’ The Flagellation of Alma, with footnotes
In the dimly lit jail cell, the once proud Arab warrior woman now finds herself captured and confined. Her fair complexion and slim figure are a striking contrast against the harsh surroundings… Please follow link for full post
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06 Works, The Art of War, Sir William Russell Flint’s After The Ambush, with footnotes
Intertwining elements of Sir William Russell Flint’s style with a touch of Middle Eastern flair. Ilustrations that captures the pivotal moment from “Le Morte d’Arthur” with Alma, the Bedouin warrior woman at the forefront… Please follow link for full post
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04 Works, The Art of War, Rembrandt’s The destruction of Gaza, with footnotes
Alma Lamenting the Destruction of Gaza is a painting In the style of Rembrandt, the renowned Dutch artist who in 1630 painted the destruction of Jerusalem… Please follow link for full post
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01 Work, Middle East Artists, After Franz Ritter von Stuck, A Time for Reflection, with Footnotes, #84
Memories of their fallen comrades flooded Alma’s mind, their faces appearing as vivid as the day they each set foot on this treacherous path. The laughter, the camaraderie, the unbreakable bond they shared—it was all a bittersweet reminder of what they had lost. Alma’s wounds throbbed, the pain piercing through her like a relentless storm.…
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03 Works, Middle East Artists, THE ART OF WAR, Henry Zaidan’s Alma, It is time to return home, with Footnotes #82
The battle, long and arduous, has finally come to an end. The clash of weapons has ceased, replaced only by the echoes of victory and the haunting memory of fallen comrades… Please follow link for full post
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12 Works, The Art of War, After Franz von Stuck Alma on a Mercy Mission, with footnotes
Alma gathered her troops and briefs them on the mission. It was their duty to ensure that their small aid convoy reached the desert tribe safely, despite the potential dangers that lay ahead…. Please follow link for full post
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13 Works, The Art of War, Henry Zaidan’s Night Raid, After Franz von Stuck, with footnotes
The enemy launched a surprise assault in the dead of the night. Alma deftly tightens her grip on her trusty sword, her mind becomes laser-focused… Please follow link for full post
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07 Works, The Art of War, Henry Zaidan’s Alma and the Judean Lion, after Luca Giordano, with footnotes
As Alma returns to her village, she carries herself with utmost grace, despite the wounds she has sustained in battle. Her dark red hair cascades down her shoulders, symbolizing her strength and determination… Please follow link for full post
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