Antique Framed Print : Egypt. Satellite pyramids of the Great Pyramid of Khufu or C
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Egypt. Satellite pyramids of the Great Pyramid of Khufu or C
Egypt. Satellite pyramids of the Great Pyramid of Khufu or Cheops, known as The Pyramids of Queens. From right to left: pyramid G 1-a, attributed to Hetepheres I (mother of Cheops) pyramid G 1-b attributed to Meritites I, and the Pyramid G1-c attributed to Henutsen (mother of Khafre and Khufus third wife). 4th dynasty. 26th century B.C. Old Kingdom. Giza
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26th Archeological Archeology Casing Cheops Chephren Dynasty Fourth Geometry Giza Khafre Khufu Limestone Mathematics Maths Necropolis Pyramid
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 24.3cm (14.6" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This satellite image reveals the enigmatic pyramids of the Giza plateau in Egypt, specifically the so-called 'Satellite Pyramids' located to the north-east of the Great Pyramid of Khufu, or Cheops. These smaller pyramids, from left to right, are identified as pyramids G 1-a, G 1-b, and G 1-c. Pyramid G 1-a, attributed to Hetepheres I, is believed to be the mother of Cheops, making it the oldest known queen's pyramid. G 1-b, attributed to Meritites I, is the second queen's pyramid, and G 1-c, attributed to Henutsen, is the third queen's pyramid. All three pyramids are part of the 4th Dynasty, dating back to the 26th century BC during the Old Kingdom period. The Great Pyramid of Khufu, the largest and most famous of the three, is situated to the south. These pyramids, built of limestone, showcase the architectural prowess and mathematical precision of ancient Egyptian civilization. The casing stones, which once covered the pyramids, have mostly eroded away, leaving the core structures exposed. The Giza Necropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a testament to the rich history and cultural significance of ancient Egypt. The pyramids, with their perfect geometric shapes and mathematical alignments, continue to intrigue scholars and visitors alike, offering a glimpse into the mysteries of the ancient world.
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