Pastime in Ancient Egypt 1876

"Pastime in Ancient Egypt" is a 19th-century engraving by Charles William Sharpe, depicting a scene of entertainment in ancient Egypt. The print, created in 1876, showcases a group of people gathered in a richly decorated hall with columns, enjoying the performance of two dancers. The artist captures the opulence and grandeur of ancient Egyptian life, with intricate details of clothing, jewelry, and architecture. Now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, "Pastime in Ancient Egypt" is a fascinating glimpse into historical depictions of daily life in the ancient world.