Manuel Orazi (1860-1934). Seven original preparatory works for engravings. Gouache on paper. Captioned on verso. The engravings were published in the books "Un Royaume de Dieu" (God's Kingdom) and "L'an Prochain a Jerusalem" (Next Year in Jerusalem) by brothers Jérôme et Jean Tharaud (illustrated editions published by Plon, Paris, 1933). "God's Kingdom" deals with the Jews of the East European Shtetls and "Next Year in Jerusalem" describes the state of the Jews in Palestine compared to its other national and religious groups, from a romantic perspective that glorifies the Jews' devotion to the old religion and promptly rejects the idea of a national renaissance and the chances of Zionism. Manuel Orazi (1860-1934), Illustrator and poster artist, born in Rome; his work is usually characterized by graceful art nouveau figures. These works differ greatly from his usual style, which emphasized the stylized, rounded contours of art nouveau and its tendency to draw inspiration from nature, choosing instead simple realism in the nostalgic spirit of the text. Seven sheets; approx. 23X31 cm. Good general condition. Framed. Most of the frames: 40X49 cm.