Poster Print : Cleopatras obelisk or needle and the great sphinx of Giza
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Cleopatras obelisk or needle and the great sphinx of Giza
Cleopatras obelisk or needle and the great sphinx of Giza.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840
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Media ID 14210927
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Anthropology Completegalleryofpeoplesintruepictures Ethnography Friedrichwilhelmgoedsche Giza Needle
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Discover the ancient wonders of Egypt with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring "Cleopatra's Obelisk or Needle and the Great Sphinx of Giza." This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a handcolored lithograph taken from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, published between 1835 and 1840. Transport yourself back in time as you gaze upon the iconic obelisk and the enigmatic Sphinx, their timeless beauty brought to life through the rich colors and intricate details of this exquisite print. Add an air of history and culture to your home or office with this mesmerizing piece from the Media Storehouse collection.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
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 handcolored lithograph, titled "Cleopatra's Obelisk and the Great Sphinx of Giza," is a captivating image from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, published in Meissen, Germany around 1835-1840. The print showcases two iconic ancient Egyptian landmarks: Cleopatra's Obelisk and the Great Sphinx of Giza. The obelisk, also known as the Cleopatra's Needle, is depicted standing tall against the backdrop of the desert landscape. It is adorned with intricate hieroglyphics and carved with the image of the pharaoh Ramesses II. This obelisk was originally erected in Heliopolis during the Egyptian Old Kingdom and was later re-erected in London's Victoria Embankment Gardens in 1878. The Great Sphinx, a legendary guardian of the Giza pyramids, is shown in the foreground of the print. This colossal statue, carved from limestone, dates back to the reign of Pharaoh Khafre around 2500 BC. The Sphinx is depicted with the body of a lion and the head of a human, believed to represent the pharaoh himself. European scientists and scholars of the 19th century were fascinated by ancient Egyptian culture and history. This lithograph is a testament to their curiosity and the advancements in print technology that allowed for the mass production and dissemination of such knowledge. The image not only captures the historical significance of these monuments but also showcases the customs, costumes, and people of the time. The handcoloring adds a vibrant and intricate detail to the print, making it a valuable piece of ethnography and anthropology.
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