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Young bride of Cheb, Bohemia, 18th century. 1823 (engraving)
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Young bride of Cheb, Bohemia, 18th century. 1823 (engraving)
7234115 Young bride of Cheb, Bohemia, 18th century. 1823 (engraving) by Alexander, William (1767-1816) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Young bride of Cheb or Eger, Bohemia (Czech Republic), in her wedding dress, 18th century. She wears dark and solemn colours, a nuptial band on her head, and holds a rosary, Bible and veil. Jeune femme d Egra en habit de noce. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by William Alexander from J-B. Eyries L Autriche: Costumes, Moeurs et Usages des Autrichiens, Austria: Costumes, Manners and Mores of the Austrians, Librairie de Gide Fils, Paris, 1823. Jean-Baptiste Eyries(1767-1846) was aFrenchgeographer, author and translator.); © Florilegius
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This engraving, titled "Young bride of Cheb, Bohemia, 18th century" takes us back in time to witness the beauty and traditions of a bygone era. The young bride stands before us in her exquisite wedding dress, representing the customs and culture of 18th-century Bohemia. Dressed in dark and solemn colors, she exudes an air of elegance and grace. Adorned with a nuptial band on her head, she holds a rosary, Bible, and veil - symbols of faith and purity. Her traditional costume reflects the rich heritage of the Czech Republic. The artist William Alexander skillfully captures every intricate detail through his handcolored copperplate engraving. From the delicate folds of her gown to the meticulous embroidery on her attire, each element tells a story steeped in tradition. As we gaze upon this enchanting image from our private collection, we are transported to a time when weddings were sacred ceremonies filled with reverence and symbolism. This young bride embodies both innocence and maturity as she embarks on this new chapter of life. Through this artwork by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are reminded that history is not only found within textbooks but also preserved within art prints like these - windows into forgotten worlds that continue to captivate our imagination centuries later.
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