Tamar giving birth to Pharez & Sarah

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Tamar giving birth to Pharez & Sarah

5616045 Tamar giving birth to Pharez & Sarah; (add.info.: Tamar giving birth to Pharez & Sarah. Midwife (old woman) delivers Sarah while twin brother is washed. Centre front: basket of swaddling bands is ready to wind round infants. Tamar is sitting on a birthing stool. Copperplate engraving by Hermann Muller after Marten van Heemskerk (1498-1574). Dated 19th Century.
01/01/1870); Universal History Archive/UIG

Media ID 38283328

© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images

Birth Midwife Midwifery Sarah Stool Swaddled Swaddling Tamar Twins Washed New Baby New Born New Born Babes New Born Infant Newborn Newly Born

EDITORS COMMENTS
This 19th-century copperplate engraving captures the intimate moment of Tamar giving birth to her twins, Pharez and Sarah. The scene is filled with emotion as the old midwife carefully delivers baby Sarah while her twin brother is being washed nearby. In the center front, a basket of swaddling bands awaits to be wrapped around the newborns. Tamar sits gracefully on a birthing stool, showcasing strength and resilience during this miraculous event. The intricate details in this engraving by Hermann Muller after Marten van Heemskerk bring this historical moment to life, highlighting the artistry and skill of the engraver. The black-and-white composition adds a timeless quality to the image, emphasizing the significance of childbirth throughout history. This depiction not only celebrates new life but also pays homage to the essential role of midwifery in ensuring safe deliveries for mothers and babies. As we gaze upon this print, we are transported back in time to witness the beauty and complexity of childbirth. It serves as a reminder of the universal experience shared by women across generations and cultures. Truly a masterpiece that captures both vulnerability and strength in one powerful moment.

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