Relics of Antiquity: Egyptian Sphinx and Colossal Statues of Canopus, 1801

This engraving portrays three distinct figures: an Egyptian Mamluk, an Egyptian lady, and an Almee or dancing girl, representative of Egypt's social diversity. The Mamluk stands prom...

The engraving shows two Mamluks: one in full military attire, and the other, of a higher order, in full ceremonial dress. The detailed illustration captures the distinctiveness of th...

The two engravings displayed side by side depict monumental structures from ancient Egypt and are dated to the late 18th century. They are both examples of European interest in documenting and exploring Egyptian antiquities during the period of early exploration and fascination with the ancient world. ### Image 1: Profile View of the Remains of the Sphinx near the Pyramids of Egypt - Subject: The Sphinx, one of Egypt's most iconic monuments, is shown with its body largely buried in sand, as it was during this period before modern excavations. The figures atop and around the Sphinx provide scale and show the magnitude of the monument. The image also captures European explorers and researchers measuring the Sphinx, emphasizing the curiosity and study of ancient civilizations. - Age: This engraving likely dates from the late 18th century, during a time when European expeditions to Egypt were becoming more common, particularly following Napoleon's campaign in the late 1790s, which sparked Egyptomania across Europe. - Maker: The engraving is credited to Denon and Lege, both of whom were active artists and engravers during this time. Dominique Vivant Denon...

The engraving shows the majestic ruins of the Palace of Luxor, located in the village of Luxor near the site of ancient Thebes in Upper Egypt. Luxor was once a flourishing city and t...

Great image of relics belonging to Charles Edward Stuart, Bonnie Prince Charlie Fine steel engraving by Charles Lawrie Published by Blackie, Ed...

Great set of 5 fishing prints Copper-plate engravings Published by Bunney & Gold, London Unframed The measurement give below is for one print. Free shipping.  

François-Xavier Lalanne (1927-2008) and Claude Lalanne (1925-1919), Sphinx, 2005 Techniques : gelatin silver print hand signed by François Xavier Lalanne, in perfect condition Dime...

Leonor Fini, Sphinx with veil (rare lithograph on Japon paper) Rare lithograph handsigned and numered by surrealist artist Leonor Fini, now rediscovered and inscreasingly esteemed w...