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19th Century Pair of Engravings of "Description of Egypt"
$3,445.92per set
£2,561.64per set
€2,900per set
CA$4,740.04per set
A$5,281.11per set
CHF 2,785.27per set
MX$64,024.88per set
NOK 35,432.69per set
SEK 33,007.80per set
DKK 22,093.53per set
About the Item
Two engravings from the book "The Description of Egypt", a major publication by the scholars who accompanied Napoleon, which included descriptions and engravings made by these scholars of different monuments, temples and discoveries of the expedition. These engravings were distributed through books and magazines, contributing to the knowledge of ancient Egypt.. Both engravings, representing different sides of the same obelisk, are framed in gilded wood.
- Dimensions:Height: 39.38 in (100 cm)Width: 25.6 in (65 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Empire (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1890
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Madrid, ES
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU954345232582
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