Orientalsk paladsinteriør med et selskab, der underholdes af dansere 1668

"Orientalsk paladsinteriør med et selskab, der underholdes af dansere" (Oriental Palace Interior with a Company Entertained by Dancers) is a 1668 etching by Danish artist Augustin John. The print, housed in SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts a bustling scene with European figures in a palatial setting. Set against an arched backdrop, the scene unfolds with a group of men in richly detailed clothing seated on a floor, watching dancers perform while others look on from the upper balconies. John's masterful use of detail and light in this artwork creates a realistic and engaging depiction of a lavish interior scene from the 17th century. The etching's depiction of a diverse group of characters engaging in a festive gathering offers a glimpse into the social life and cultural exchange during the 17th century.