Fine Art Print : Polychrome limestone reliefs depicting essences and perfumes
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Polychrome limestone reliefs depicting essences and perfumes
Polychrome limestone reliefs depicting essences and perfumes vessels offering. Temple of Hatshepsut. Eighteenth Dynasty. New Kingdom. Egypt
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Media ID 14317102
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Deir Dynasty Eighteenth El Bahari Essence Flask Hatshepsut Limestone Mythological Mythology Offerer Offerers Offering Offerings Perfume Polychrome Polychromy Symbol Vessels
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the timeless beauty and mystique of ancient Egypt with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring Polychrome limestone reliefs of the Temple of Hatshepsut. These intricately carved masterpieces, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcase essences and perfume vessels offering, transporting you back to the Eighteenth Dynasty and the New Kingdom's opulence. Elevate your home or office décor with these captivating pieces of history, each one a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Egypt. Rights Managed. Available for licensing only.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning polychrome limestone relief, hailing from the Temple of Hatshepsut in Deir el Bahari, Egypt, showcases a captivating scene from the Eighteenth Dynasty of the New Kingdom era. The intricately carved and vividly painted wall art depicts various offerers presenting essences and perfumes in jars and flasks. Hatshepsut, one of Egypt's most renowned pharaohs, ruled during the New Kingdom's Eighteenth Dynasty around 1507-1458 BC. This temple, dedicated to the god Amun-Ra, was built to commemorate her successful military expedition to the Land of Punt. The relief is a testament to the ancient Egyptians' deep connection to their gods and their belief in the power of offerings. The mythological symbolism of the essences and perfumes is evident, as they were believed to be offerings to the gods, representing purification, renewal, and rebirth. The polychromy, or the use of multiple colors, adds depth and dimension to the relief, making the figures and their offerings come alive. The richly painted vessels and flasks, adorned with intricate designs, further emphasize the importance of these offerings in ancient Egyptian culture. This relief is a remarkable example of the artistic and religious achievements of the ancient Egyptians during the New Kingdom period. It not only provides valuable insights into their mythology and religious practices but also showcases their mastery of the art of carving and painting on limestone. The intricate details and vibrant colors continue to captivate viewers and inspire awe, making this relief a true treasure of world art history.
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