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Detail from the Obelisk
5307614 Detail from the Obelisk; (add.info.: (Detail from the Obelisk).At the center of the Place de la Concorde. Paris is a giant Egyptian obelisk decorated with hieroglyphics exalting the reign of the pharaoh Ramses II. It is one of two the Egyptian government gave to the French in the 19th century. The obelisk once marked the entrance to the Luxor Temple. The self-declared Khedive of Egypt. Muhammad Ali Pasha. offered the 3.300-year-old Luxor Obelisk to France in 1829. It arrived in Paris on 21 December 1833. Three years later. on 25 October 1836. King Louis Philippe had it placed in the center of Place de la Concorde.
2016); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38171152
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
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This stunning print captures the intricate details of the Obelisk at the center of Place de la Concorde in Paris. Standing tall and proud, this ancient Egyptian obelisk is adorned with hieroglyphics that tell tales of the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II. Gifted to France by the self-declared Khedive of Egypt, Muhammad Ali Pasha, in 1829, this 3,300-year-old Luxor Obelisk holds a rich history within its stone walls.
Originally marking the entrance to Luxor Temple in Egypt, this majestic obelisk now stands as a symbol of cultural exchange between nations. Arriving in Paris on December 21st, 1833, it was eventually placed in its current location by King Louis Philippe on October 25th, 1836.
The fine details captured in this print showcase not only the beauty of ancient Egyptian artistry but also serve as a reminder of the enduring legacy left behind by civilizations long gone. The blend of history and modernity found within this image is truly captivating and serves as a testament to the power and influence that transcends time itself.
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