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Letter addressed to the French Ambassador Pierre de Blacas d
JHG215568 Letter addressed to the French Ambassador Pierre de Blacas d Aulps about the royal museum of Egyptian Art in Turin, Copy of royal cartouches from the XVIII th dynasty (letter 1, 1) 1824 (pen & ink on paper) (b/w photo) by Champollion, Jean Francois (1790-1832); Bibliotheque du College de France, Paris, France; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23208386
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Beetle Cartouche Duck Hieroglyphic Ibis Lettre Linguistics Scarab Sign Signe Translating Translation Decoding Symbols
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This print captures a significant historical artifact - a letter addressed to the French Ambassador Pierre de Blacas d'Aulps about the royal museum of Egyptian Art in Turin. The letter, written by Jean Francois Champollion, the founder of Egyptology, showcases his remarkable ability to decode ancient hieroglyphics. Intriguingly, this image also features a copy of royal cartouches from the XVIIIth dynasty, showcasing Champollion's meticulous pen and ink work on paper. These cartouches were symbols used by ancient Egyptians to represent their pharaohs' names or titles. Champollion's groundbreaking decipherment of these cryptic symbols revolutionized our understanding of ancient Egypt. His translation skills allowed him to unlock the secrets hidden within these intricate hieroglyphics, shedding light on their rich history and culture. As we delve into this photograph further, we notice various other intriguing elements such as depictions of beetles (scarabs), ducks, birds (ibis), and alphabets. Each symbol holds its own significance within Egyptian mythology and linguistics. This print serves as a testament to Champollion's immense contribution to Egyptology. It invites us to appreciate not only his scholarly achievements but also the beauty and complexity embedded in ancient Egyptian writings.
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