Syrie, from "Jeu de la Géographie" 1644
stefanodellabella
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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aged paper
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light pencil work
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pencil sketch
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human-figures
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sketch book
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personal sketchbook
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sketchwork
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pen-ink sketch
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human
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sketchbook drawing
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storyboard and sketchbook work
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sketchbook art
"Syrie", an etching from 1644 by Stefano della Bella, is part of a series titled "Jeu de la Géographie". This print depicts Syria as a female figure holding a flag, standing against a plain background. The image is accompanied by a text panel in French detailing the geography and history of Syria. This artwork is a classic example of cartographic illustration from the Baroque era, popular among art lovers and history buffs.
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