Gezicht op bergen in Teheran before 1885

This anonymous engraving, "Gezicht op bergen in Teheran", is likely a depiction of the mountainous landscape surrounding Tehran, Iran. The image, with its detailed lines and focus on the landscape, exemplifies a common genre of 19th-century engravings: picturesque views of faraway lands. The engraving, measuring 129mm by 169mm, offers a glimpse into the visual culture of the time, showcasing the fascination with distant and exotic locales.