Gezicht op de Vallei der Koningen te Egypte by Friedrich Salathé

Gezicht op de Vallei der Koningen te Egypte before 1841

friedrichsalathe

photo of handprinted image

type repetition

old engraving style

white palette

unrealistic statue

carved into stone

tonal art

repetition of white colour

columned text

statue

"Gezicht op de Vallei der Koningen te Egypte" is a lithograph by Swiss artist Friedrich Salathé, created before 1841. This print depicts a panoramic view of the Valley of the Kings in Egypt, showcasing a row of tombs and a desert landscape. The work captures the grandeur of the ancient Egyptian civilization, highlighting the historical significance of the Valley of the Kings and its burial sites. Salathé, known for his detailed landscapes and architectural renditions, perfectly captures the majesty of this ancient Egyptian site.