Baalbec, plate 79 from Volume II of The Holy Land, engraved by Louis Haghe 1806-85 pub. 1843

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"Baalbec, plate 79 from Volume II of The Holy Land," is an exquisite engraving by the renowned Belgian artist Louis Haghe (1806-1885), published in 1843 by the Scottish painter David Roberts (1796-1864). This work is part of a larger collection that documents Roberts' travels through the Middle East, capturing the architectural grandeur and historical significance of the region.

David Roberts embarked on his journey to the Holy Land in 1838, driven by a fascination with the ancient and biblical sites that had long captivated the Western imagination. His travels took him through Egypt, Syria, Jordan, and Palestine, where he meticulously sketched the landscapes, ruins, and monuments he encountered. These sketches were later transformed into detailed lithographs by Louis Haghe, a master of the medium known for his precision and ability to convey the atmospheric qualities of Roberts' original drawings.

"Baalbec, plate 79" specifically depicts the ancient city of Baalbek, located in modern-day Lebanon. Baalbek, known for its colossal Roman temple complex, was a site of immense historical and architectural importance. The engraving showcases the grandeur of the Temple of Bacchus, one of the best-preserved Roman temple ruins in the world. Haghe's engraving captures the intricate details of the temple's Corinthian columns, the ornate carvings, and the imposing scale of the structure, all set against the backdrop of the Lebanese landscape.

The publication of "The Holy Land" in six volumes between 1842 and 1849 was a significant event in the art and publishing world. It provided the European public with one of the first comprehensive visual records of the Middle East, contributing to the 19th-century fascination with Orientalism. Roberts' and Haghe's collaboration resulted in a series of works that were not only artistically remarkable but also valuable historical documents, offering insights into the architecture and culture of the region during that period.

"Baalbec, plate 79" remains a testament to the skill and vision of both David Roberts and Louis Haghe, capturing a moment in time when the ancient world was being rediscovered and reimagined through the eyes of Western artists and explorers.

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