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Der Rabbi von Baghdad, c. 1851 (oil on canvas)
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Der Rabbi von Baghdad, c. 1851 (oil on canvas)
824405 Der Rabbi von Baghdad, c.1851 (oil on canvas) by Menzel, Adolph Friedrich Erdmann von (1815-1905); 54.6x37.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Der Rabbi von Baghdad. Adolph Menzel (1815-1905). Oil on canvas. Painted circa 1851. 54.6 x 37.8cm); Photo eChristies Images; German, out of copyright
Media ID 23295700
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1850s 1851 Adolf Menzel Adolph Menzel Artist German Bald Behaviour Bust Length Dark Direct Gaze Elder Elderly Adult Facial Hair German Art German Artist Gold Colour Golden Grey Hair Looking At Camera Mid 19th Century Mid Nineteenth Century Mustache Naturalism Old Age Old Man Old Men One Man Only Outer Garment Quarter Length Rabbi Realism Realist Religious Teacher Senior Senior Adult Solemn Temperament Wise Adolph Von Menzel Bearded Ethnic Origin Jewish Religion Menzel Portrait Style Portraiture
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Der Rabbi von Baghdad, c. 1851
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is a captivating portrait captured on canvas by the talented German artist Adolph Friedrich Erdmann von Menzel. This oil painting, dating back to the mid-19th century, depicts an elderly and wise rabbi from Baghdad. In this close-up quarter-length portrait style, the solemn and dignified expression of the old man is beautifully portrayed. His dark eyes gaze directly at the viewer with a sense of wisdom and depth that only comes with age. The rabbi's long white beard and mustache add to his distinguished appearance, while his traditional attire reflects his religious role as a teacher in the Jewish community. The golden hues of his garment complement his grey hair, creating a harmonious color palette. Menzel's realistic approach brings out every intricate detail of the rabbi's face - from wrinkles etched upon his forehead to individual strands of hair on his head and beard. The artist's attention to these details showcases both technical skill and artistic mastery. This remarkable piece not only captures the essence of an elderly religious figure but also serves as a testament to Menzel's talent as one of Germany's finest artists during that era. It invites viewers into an intimate moment with this revered spiritual leader, allowing us to appreciate both cultural diversity and human connection across time periods.
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