Ptolémée-Cæsarion - Bas-relief du Temple de Kalabcheh (Talmis) 1850
maximeducamp
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photo of handprinted image
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aged paper
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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ink paper printed
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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men
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sketchbook drawing
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
This 1850 photograph by Maxime Du Camp, titled "Ptolémée-Cæsarion - Bas-relief du Temple de Kalabcheh (Talmis)", depicts a bas-relief from the Temple of Kalabcheh in Egypt. The image focuses on a detailed view of an Egyptian pharaoh, likely Ptolemy Caesarion, who is shown in a traditional pharaonic pose, making an offering. The photograph captures the intricate details of the carving, showcasing the artistry and symbolism prevalent in ancient Egyptian culture. This work is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.
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