Asiatic Races Collection

Asiatic Races, hostile to the Egyptians, from the monuments (engraving)
1092856 Asiatic Races, hostile to the Egyptians, from the monuments (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Asiatic Races, hostile to the Egyptians)

Armenian child skinned alive Turks Armenian Child felted
Armenian child skinned alive by the Turks An Armenian Child felted by the Turks alive (title on object), Asiatic races and people: Turkish, child, violent death by flaying, Jan Luyken, Amsterdam

Oriental group busy conversation Asiatic races
Oriental group in busy conversation, Asiatic races and people, Marius Bauer, 1877 - 1919, paper, ink, brush, h 227 mm × w 160 mm

Christians nailed cross Turks Top right print marked
Christians nailed to a cross by the Turks, Top right print marked: Second part fol: 54, Christian Religion vs.. Islam, Asiatic races and peoples: Turkish, violent death by crucifixion, Jan Luyken

Assault Castiglia Malta L assalto g alla posta di Castiglia
Assault on Castiglia in Malta L assalto g [...] alla posta di Castiglia on XXI di Agosto MDLXV (title on object) The siege of Malta (series title), Assault on Castiglia in Malta by Turkish troops

Ottoman man standard Numismata virorum illustrium ex Barbadica gente
Ottoman man with standard Numismata virorum illustrium ex Barbadica gente (series title), A console with an Ottoman man. He is lying on a drum and weaponry. In his hand a banner with olive branch

Zelome Sultane title object Portrait woman sultan
Zelome Sultane (title on object), Portrait of a woman of a sultan, half-length, three-quarters to the right, historical persons - BB - woman, Asiatic races and peoples: Turkish

Korean men interior Merchants ship people title
Korean men in an interior Merchants and ship people (title on object) Koorai (series title on object), Six men are sitting on the floor, one of them is seen on the back

Thai landscape figures Image clothing Siammers
Thai landscape with figures Image of the clothing of the Siammers, View of a Thai landscape in which in the foreground a man with folded hands bows before a man with a top hat

Mercury Father Time hold government apple together Title page
Mercury and Father Time hold a government apple together Title page for: Le Mercure hollandois, dl XII, 1685, Mercury and Father Time hold a government apple together

group musicians sit floor instruments right cook
group of musicians sit on the floor with their instruments. On the right is a cook. Behind them buildings and palm trees, Asiatic races and peoples, musician - CC - out of doors, cook, Makassar

Turkish wedding couple home musicians camels
Turkish wedding couple is brought to their home, A Turkish wedding couple is brought to their home by musicians, camels and donkeys

View square skinned people worn stakes Oriental people
View of a square where skinned people are worn on stakes, View of a square where Oriental people and two Europeans watch how skinned people are worn on stakes across the square

Kneeling Turk prayer Print upper right Fol 94
Kneeling Turk in prayer, Print upper right: Fol. 94, one person praying, Asiatic races and peoples: Turkish, Caspar Luyken (mentioned on object), Amsterdam, 1696, paper, etching, h 140 mm × w 86 mm

Mahomed falls into raptures at the feet of his wife Kadiga, Caspar Luyken, Timotheus ten Hoorn, 1696

On a large square a crowd of Turks sees how Mahomed takes a book that is held between the horns of a bull, Caspar Luyken, Timotheus ten Hoorn, 1696

Turkish atrocities in the area around Venice, 1614, Jan Luyken, Pieter van der Aa (I), 1698

Jean de Thevenot talking to a Turk, Jan Luyken, 1682

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"Exploring the Enigmatic Asiatic Races: Insights from Ancient Monuments and Cultural Depictions" The ancient engravings on Egyptian monuments reveal a fascinating glimpse into the interactions between the Egyptians and the Asiatic races. These encounters were often marked by hostility, as depicted in these historical carvings. In one scene, an Oriental group engages in a busy conversation with representatives of various Asiatic races. The animated exchange highlights their distinct cultural identities and languages. Moving forward through time, another engraving captures a significant event where Christians are nailed to crosses by Turks. This haunting image serves as a reminder of religious conflicts that plagued certain regions during this era. Further illustrating the tumultuous times, we encounter an assault on Castiglia Malta. The intense battle scene showcases the relentless determination of both sides involved in this conflict. Shifting our focus to Ottoman culture, we come across an illustration featuring an Ottoman man holding a standard. This depiction is part of a collection showcasing illustrious men from Barbadica descent, providing insight into their societal influence. Delving deeper into gender dynamics within Ottoman society, we find Zelome Sultane's portrait—a woman who held great power as Sultan. Her title reflects her influential role within this complex empire. Venturing beyond Asia Minor, we stumble upon Korean merchants aboard a ship engaged in trade activities. This interior view offers glimpses into their daily lives and emphasizes their importance as key players in regional commerce. Turning our attention to Thailand (formerly known as Siam), we discover breathtaking landscapes adorned with figures dressed in traditional clothing—a testament to Thai culture's rich heritage and vibrant aesthetics. However, not all depictions are idyllic; another image portrays a river landscape marred by death—a distinguished Siamese corpse lying amidst serene surroundings—an eerie reminder of mortality even amid picturesque scenes. Taking us back to Europe for a moment, we encounter Mercury and Father Time jointly holding an apple symbolizing governance.