Tag: Fine Art
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02 Orientalist Paintings, The Art of War, Franz von StuGrief and Moretto da Brescia’s The Civilian Massacre Continues, with footnotes, #119
As the massacre continues Civilians are caught in the crossfire. A woman is bleeding as she walks the streets of the devastated city. There is rubble everywhere. She can see what remains of what was once her home. She is searching for medical assistance. But there is non to be had. Only the caring hands…
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09 Works, Orientalist Art, Rembrandt’s Warrior By The Sea, with footnotes #129
After months of traversing the harsh desert, battling enemies and protecting her people, Alma, the Bedouin warrior woman finally decides to take a much-needed break by the sea. She longs for the soothing sound of waves crashing against the shore and the salty breeze that brings a sense of tranquility… Please follow link for full…
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01 Work, Orientalist Artist, Fabio Fabbi’s A veiled Egyptian woman with an arousa el burka the traditional face veil, with footnotes #129
Estimated at USD 11,000 .- to USD 16,000 .- in October 2018 The arousa el burqa is the large tubular object, almost out of proportion, resting on the forehead of the woman depicted on the postcard above. These aouras are part of the Egyptian face veil and an amulet holder (or amulet in its own right), worn on a…
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04 Works, Middle East Artists, THE ART OF WAR, Battle maidens of the Sands, with Footnotes #87
The Battle Maidens of the Sands are a legendary group of fierce warriors known for their strength, speed, and mastery of combat. They are said to be guardians of the desert, defending the innocent and punishing those who seek to cause harm… Please follow link for full post
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01 Work, Orientalist Artist, Alexandre Cabanel’s Thamar, with footnotes #125
In the Book of Genesis, Tamar was the daughter-in-law of Judah (twice), as well as the mother of two of his children: the twins Perez and Zerah. Tamar is first described as marrying Judah’s eldest son, Er. Because of his wickedness, Er was killed by God. By way of a levirate union, Judah asked his second son,…
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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, Abbott Handerson Thayer’s The Valkyrie Arrive in Gaza, with footnotes
As the Valkyrie descended upon the grief-stricken land, her radiant presence brought a glimmer of hope amidst the despair. With her wings outstretched, she soared above the ruins, her eyes piercing through the smoke and rubble. Every cry for help echoed within her, fueling her determination to bring solace and aid to those in need……
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06 Orientalist Paintings, The Art of War, Francesco Hayez and Moretto da Brescia’s Odalisques, with footnotes, #119
An odalisque was a chambermaid or a female attendant in a Turkish seraglio, particularly the court ladies in the household of the Ottoman sultan. In western usage, the term came to mean the harem concubine, and refers to the eroticized artistic genre in which a woman is represented mostly or completely nude in a reclining…
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01 work, PORTRAIT OF A LADY, Henry Zaidan’s “I watched a knight brake through the Byzantine ranks like an arrow”, with Footnotes. #237
Khalid Ibn Al Walid (529-642AD), who was a companion of Prophet Mohammed, wrote: “In a battle that took place in Beit Lahia near Ajnadin, I watched a knight brake through the Byzantine ranks like an arrow.” Khalid and the others followed her and joined battle.” That black-clad knight was the Muslim Arab woman warrior Khawlah bint Al Azwar.…
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01 Work, Interpretation of the bible, Luca Giordano’s Tatiana of Rome, with Footnotes #200
Saint Tatiana was a Christian martyr in 3rd-century Rome during the reign of Emperor Severus Alexander. According to legend, she was the daughter of a Roman civil servant who was secretly Christian, and raised his daughter in the faith. This was dangerous, and one day the jurist Ulpian captured Tatiana and attempted to force her to…
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04 works, PORTRAIT OF A LADY, Ana Dias’s Bedouin Desert Warriors, with Footnotes, #237
The Poor Fellow-Soldiers of Christ and of the Temple of Solomon, mainly known as the Knights Templar, was a French military order of the Catholic faith… Please follow link for full post
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04 works, PORTRAIT OF A LADY, Ana Dias’s Beduin Desert Warriors, with Footnotes, #237
Islam elevated the status of women, treating them on an equal footing with a man. Women had a newfound independent identity, in the physical and spiritual spheres… 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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01 Orientalist Painting, Jean-Léon Gérôme’s Cafe House, Cairo (Casting Bullets), with footnotes, #118
While two mercenaries cast bullets and a third, seated behind them, seems to be inspecting one, others engage in revelry and a man and woman converse. Despite these apparent incongruities, the meticulous painting technique renders the scene convincing. Gérôme traveled to Egypt many times from 1855 onward. His recollections of these journeys, together with objects…
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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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03 Works, The Art of War, 19th-century Artists’ The Scouting party, with footnotes
A detailed image depicting three heroic Bedouin warriors from the medieval era on a scouting mission in enemy territory, each straddled upon their noble steeds. dressed in Arabian armour, Heads held high as they gaze intently into the distance. The painting demonstrates a classic style, showcasing the meticulous brushstroke techniques often found in oil paintings…
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06 Works, The Art of War, In The Style of Ana Dias, Alma’s New Armor, with footnotes
Collage body paintings. dark red haired Bedouin warrior woman, piercing eyes, sensual poses, sampling her new armor with complex flowing arabesque shapes, subtle shadows, body armor colors… Please follow link for full post
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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, The Art of War, Franz Ritter von Stuck’s The Defenders of Arabia, with footnotes
The painting “The Defenders of Arabia” pays homage to the distinctive style of artist Franz Ritter von Stuck, known for his dramatic and symbolic works. In this artwork, female warriors take center stage, clad in intricately designed black armor adorned with a mix of oriental patterns. The scene depicts three warriors confronting an invading enemy,…
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02 Works, The Art of War, Leonardo da Vinci’s Pain and Solace, with footnotes
The backdrop of the painting showcases the devastation caused by the fierce battle, with ruins and debris scattered all around. The city’s crumbling buildings, battered walls, and fallen structures serve as a stark reminder of the tumultuous nature of warfare. The artist’s skilled brushwork brings out the texture and depth of the rubble, immersing the…
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