The Temple of Memory, Medium: cotton Technique: printed by engraved plate or roller on plain weave, Two scenes, both captioned in French, honoring virtue and friendship. In purple on one the boat (bark) of Forgetfulness is carrying away Love, Beauty (with her mirror), a king (with his scepter, crown and money), and blind Justice. Time is trying to take Friendship also vbut she clings to the pillar of 'amitie'. In the other scenes,gratitude 9grateful Memory) is welcoming Virtue to her temple., Rouen, France, ca. 1815, printed, dyed & painted textiles, Textile
Size: 4430px × 7000px
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Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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