An Emblem of Asia 1798

This 1798 engraving by an anonymous artist titled *An Emblem of Asia* depicts a woman dressed in traditional Asian clothing. The woman is holding a book and stands in front of a landscape including a pyramid, a building, and a tree. The artwork is a representation of Asia, using a personified figure. The image emphasizes the mystery and allure of Asia, and the artist uses a black and white color scheme to give the image a more dramatic feel. The engraving is a print on paper and measures 13 3/4 × 9 3/4 inches. The artwork currently resides in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.