112 Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur (1757–1810) – Armenian Bride Being Led to Her Wedding – Original Hand-Colored Engraving – 1780
This delicately hand-colored engraving titled Arménienne que l'on conduit pour la Marier ("Armenian woman being led to be married") presents a solemn wedding scene in traditional Armenian costume. The central figure, the veiled bride, is flanked by two women in richly colored robes and red headwear, guiding her forward. The composition highlights ceremonial dress and cultural rituals of marriage, reflecting Enlightenment-era interest in documenting global customs through visual ethnography.
Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur was a French diplomat, illustrator, and writer known for his extensive series of costume plates depicting peoples and traditions from around the world. His work combined curiosity, theatrical flair, and stylized observation, offering European audiences romanticized views of distant societies.
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.
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