The five senses, late 18th-early 19th century. Creator: Unknown
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The five senses, late 18th-early 19th century. Creator: Unknown
The five senses, late 18th-early 19th century. Depiction of sight, sound, taste, smell and touch: looking through a monocle, listening to a pocket watch, smelling perfume, tasting food, and, (rather creepily), touching an arm
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Media ID 18776066
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Ears Eating Eyes Eyesight Feeling Fingers Hand Hands Hearing Licking Lips Listening Nose Perfume Senses Sight Smell Smelling Sound Taste Tasting Touch Touching Vision
The Five Senses - A Glimpse into the Late 18th-Early 19th Century
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photo print, created by an unknown artist during the late 18th to early 19th century, offers a fascinating depiction of the five senses. In this enchanting composition, we are invited to explore sight, sound, taste, smell, and touch through various intriguing elements. The sense of sight is symbolized by a gentleman peering intently through a monocle. His focused gaze suggests a world filled with curiosity and observation. Meanwhile, the sense of sound is represented by an individual attentively listening to the ticking rhythm of a pocket watch. The rhythmic beats seemingly transport us back in time. Moving on to taste and smell; we encounter a lady delicately savoring food while simultaneously being enveloped in the alluring fragrance of perfume. These sensory experiences evoke images of lavish banquets and opulent gatherings where indulgence was celebrated. Lastly, our attention is drawn towards touch - an aspect that takes on an eerie undertone within this artwork. We witness someone reaching out to touch another person's arm in what appears to be an unsettling manner. This peculiar gesture adds depth and mystery to our exploration of human connection through tactile perception. As we delve into this remarkable piece from centuries past, it serves as a reminder that our senses have always been integral parts of human existence - shaping our understanding and interaction with the world around us.
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