Scene med to kvinder 1752 - 1833

Meno Haas etched this scene with two women. Note the parasol held by the woman on the left, a fashion of the late 18th century, echoing ancient Egyptian sun worship where parasols were signs of power. See how the motif of the parasol has evolved, morphing from sacred emblem to a symbol of delicate femininity in European high society. The parasol in Haas's print, now a fashionable accessory, still carries echoes of its protective, almost regal origins. It suggests the woman is shielded not only from the sun but also from the harsh gaze of the outside world. This reveals a collective memory of status and protection. The image engages us on a subconscious level. The parasol, a simple object, encapsulates centuries of shifting cultural meanings, reminding us of the non-linear, cyclical progression of symbols and their power to resurface, evolve, and take on new meanings across different historical contexts.