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The Rosetta Stone, from Fort St. Julien, El-Rashid (Rosetta) 196 BC (stone) (see also 2359)
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The Rosetta Stone, from Fort St. Julien, El-Rashid (Rosetta) 196 BC (stone) (see also 2359)
BAL138897 The Rosetta Stone, from Fort St. Julien, El-Rashid (Rosetta) 196 BC (stone) (see also 2359) by Egyptian Ptolemaic Period (332-30 BC); 114.4x72.3x27.8 cm; British Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: plundered during Napoleon's expedition to Egypt in 1799, then ceded to British in 1801; part of a monument containing a decree dated year 9 of Ptolemy V (196 BC); inscription in hieroglyphic and demotic scripts and Greek;)
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The Rosetta Stone - A Glimpse into Ancient Egypt's Multilingual Past
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. This print showcases the iconic Rosetta Stone, a remarkable artifact that holds the key to deciphering ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs. The stone, measuring 114.4x72.3x27.8 cm, is housed in the prestigious British Museum in London. The origins of this stone can be traced back to Fort St. Julien in El-Rashid (Rosetta), dating all the way back to 196 BC during the Egyptian Ptolemaic Period. However, its journey was far from ordinary; it fell victim to plunder during Napoleon's expedition to Egypt in 1799 before being ceded to the British two years later. What makes this stone truly extraordinary is its inscription, which appears in three different scripts: hieroglyphics, demotic script (a simplified form of ancient Egyptian writing), and Greek. This trilingual text played a pivotal role in unlocking the mysteries of ancient Egyptian language and culture. As we gaze upon this vibrant photograph, we are transported back thousands of years into an era when communication relied on intricate symbols and pictorial representations etched onto stones like these. The colors adorning this relic add depth and richness to our understanding of ancient Egypt's artistic prowess. The Rosetta Stone stands as a testament not only to human curiosity but also to our relentless pursuit of knowledge across time and cultures. It serves as a bridge between antiquity and modernity by enabling linguists and historians alike to translate forgotten languages and unravel secrets buried within history's depths. Through photographs like these, we gain invaluable insights into civilizations long gone while appreciating their enduring legacy that continues to captivate us today.
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