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The Queen of Sheba visiting the court of King
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The Queen of Sheba visiting the court of King
The Queen of Sheba visiting the court of King Solomon of Israel. Painting on the north side of the Chancel. Handcoloured etching drawn and etched by Thomas Fisher from his Paintings on the Walls of the Chapel of the Trinity, Stratford upon Avon, 1808
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This handcoloured etching, created by Thomas Fisher in 1808, depicts an allegorical scene of the legendary encounter between the Queen of Sheba and King Solomon of Israel. The Queen of Sheba, an ethiopian monarch renowned for her wisdom and wealth, is shown in regal attire, adorned with jewels and carrying an elaborate fan. She stands before the majestic King Solomon, who sits upon his throne, adorned with the symbol of the Jewish faith, the Star of David, and the Crown of Thorns, signifying his royalty and his role as the chosen king of God. The scene unfolds in the chancel of the Chapel of the Trinity in Stratford upon Avon, with the cross prominently displayed on the wall behind Solomon, symbolizing the Christian influence on this interpretation of the biblical story. The intricate details of the etching, from the Queen's elaborate headdress to the intricate patterns on Solomon's throne, transport us back in time to the grandeur and splendor of the ancient courts of Israel. This etching is not only a beautiful work of art but also a fascinating glimpse into the rich history and mythology of the Old Testament.
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