Kariatiden te Medinet-Habou c. 1870 - 1890
cgzangaki
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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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natural tone
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ink paper printed
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parchment
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light coloured
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
This albumen print by C. & G. Zangaki, titled "Kariatiden te Medinet-Habou," captures a row of colossal statues in the form of Caryatids, female figures serving as architectural supports, at the Medinet Habu temple complex in Egypt. The photograph dates back to the late 19th century and is a testament to the popular fascination with ancient Egyptian architecture during this era. The image, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the meticulous detail of the carvings and the grand scale of the temple, offering a glimpse into the architectural splendor of ancient Egypt.
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