The Queen of Sheba and King SolomonSheba, Queen Makeda, figured prominently in European as well as Ethiopian art. Created in about 1180 by a French artist as part of a series of biblical scenes for an abbey in Austria, this image shows Solomon receiving gifts from Sheba’s servants. The inscription surrounding the scene reads “Solomon joins himself to the Queen of Sheba and introduces her to his faith.” (Erich Lessing/Art Resource, NY)> PICTURING THE PASTANALYZING THE IMAGE: What are King Solomon and Queen Sheba wearing and holding? How are the other figures depicted, and what are they doing?CONNECTIONS: What does the style of this image suggest about the background of the artist and about the audience for whom the image was intended?