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Banquet Hall of King Sahla Sellasie, Ethiopia
After Lent the King provided an open table to every free man in a banquet that lasted a week. Watercolour, 1842. Johann Martin Bernatz.
1842
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1842 Banquet Celebration Easter Ethiopia Feast Indoor Johann Lent Martin Watercolor Bernatz Shewa
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history and culture of Ethiopia with our exquisite Fine Art Print of the Banquet Hall of King Sahla Sellasie, beautifully captured in watercolor by Johann Martin Bernatz in 1842. This stunning piece, available through Media Storehouse from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts the grandeur of the banquet held by the King after Lent, where every free man was invited to partake in a week-long feast. Bring the history and tradition of Ethiopia into your home or office with this elegant and intricately detailed work of art.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning watercolor painting, created by Johann Martin Bernatz in 1842, captures the grandeur and cultural significance of the Banquet Hall of King Sahla Sellasie in Ethiopia, following the observance of Lent. Lent, a period of fasting, reflection, and prayer for Christians around the world, is particularly important in Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity. After the end of Lent, King Sahla Sellasie, ruler of the Shewa Province in the nineteenth century, would provide an open table to every free man in his kingdom, inviting them to partake in a week-long banquet. The painting illustrates the indoor scene of this grand event, with a large group of people gathered around long tables, feasting on an abundant spread of food. The atmosphere is lively and celebratory, with people engaging in conversation, laughter, and merriment. The intricate details of the painting show the rich textures of the clothing and the ornate decorations adorning the banquet hall. The use of watercolor adds to the vibrancy and depth of the image, creating a vivid and immersive representation of this unique cultural tradition. The Banquet Hall of King Sahla Sellasie is a testament to the strong connection between religion and society in Ethiopian culture. The painting not only provides a glimpse into the past but also highlights the importance of community, hospitality, and the joy of coming together to celebrate the end of Lent. This beautiful work of art serves as a reminder of the rich and diverse cultural traditions that continue to shape the world around us.
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