Chinese keizer after 1729

This anonymous engraving, titled "Chinese keizer," depicts a scene from a Chinese garden. The central figure, seated on a throne in an elaborate pavilion, likely represents the Emperor of China. The surrounding foliage and intricate rococo framing evoke a sense of grandeur and spectacle, likely reflecting European fascination with the exotic culture of the East. This piece, dating back to 1729, illustrates a key theme in 18th-century art: the exploration of foreign cultures and their customs through a European lens.