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Hanging gardens of Babylon
The hanging gardens of Babylon. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1792
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Babylon Bertuch Bilderbuch Educational Encyclopedia Friedrich Hanging Johann Kinder Wonders
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the enchanting beauty of ancient wonders with our exquisite range of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, as depicted in a hand-colored copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1792, brings the legendary gardens to life. Each print is meticulously sourced from renowned archives like Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Add a touch of history and artistry to your home or office with these stunning, museum-quality prints.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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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1. Title: The Enchanting Wonders of the Ancient World: A Glimpse into the Hanging Gardens of Babylon 2. Description: This handcoloured copperplate engraving, taken from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), published in Weimar in 1792, presents a mesmerizing depiction of the legendary Hanging Gardens of Babylon. 3. Background: The Hanging Gardens of Babylon are one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, renowned for their extraordinary design and engineering marvel. According to ancient texts, these gardens were built by King Nebuchadnezzar II around 600 BC as a gift for his wife, who longed for the greenery of her homeland. 4. Details: The engraving reveals a lush, verdant landscape, with cascading terraces filled with various trees, shrubs, and flowers. Water channels and intricate irrigation systems are visible, suggesting the advanced knowledge and technology of the ancient civilization that created these wonders. 5. Educational Significance: This illustration, as part of an educational picture book, aimed to inspire curiosity and knowledge among children about the natural world and the ancient civilizations that shaped it. The Hanging Gardens of Babylon served as a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of the human spirit. 6. Historical Context: The image reflects the European fascination with the exotic and the ancient world during the Age of Enlightenment. The meticulous handcolouring and intricate copperplate engraving techniques employed by the artist showcase the high-quality production values of the time. 7. Conclusion: This image of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, as presented in Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder, offers a glimpse into the rich history and wonders of the ancient world. It continues to inspire awe and wonder, reminding us of the enduring allure of the past and the importance of preserving our cultural heritage.
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