Antique Framed Print : Great Temple of Ramses II. Union between Upper and Lower Egy
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Great Temple of Ramses II. Union between Upper and Lower Egy
Relief depicting the union between Upper and Lower Egypt with the Royal cartidge of the pharaoh Ramses II. Great Temple of Ramses II. 19th Dynasty. New Kingdom. Abu Simbel. Egypt
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Media ID 14322108
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13th Cartridge Civilization Dynasty Hieratic Hieroglyphic Hieroglyphics Lower Meriamo N Perspective Rameses Ramesses Ramses Sculpted Simbel Symbol Symbolism Unesco
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
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 24.7cm (14.6" x 9.7")
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 relief depicts a significant moment in ancient Egyptian history: the union of Upper and Lower Egypt under the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II during the 19th Dynasty of the New Kingdom. The scene is intricately carved into the Great Temple of Ramses II at Abu Simbel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Egypt. The relief showcases the goddesses Hathor of the South (representing Lower Egypt) and Taweret of the North (representing Upper Egypt), each holding the royal cartouche of Pharaoh Ramses II. The cartouche, an oval or circular symbol, bears the pharaoh's name and titles in hieroglyphics and hieratic scripts. The union of the goddesses symbolizes the peaceful coexistence and unity of the two lands under Ramses II's rule. The relief is a testament to the artistic prowess of the ancient Egyptians, with intricate details and a sense of depth that draws the viewer in. The Great Temple of Ramses II, built between 1274 and 1244 BC, is a monumental structure that showcases the grandeur and power of the Egyptian civilization during the New Kingdom age. The temple is renowned for its impressive size, with four colossal statues of Ramses II carved into the mountainside. This relief, with its rich symbolism and historical significance, offers a glimpse into the ancient Egyptian world and the beliefs, values, and artistic traditions that shaped their civilization.
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