Fine Art Print : The Rosetta Stone. Greek scripture
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The Rosetta Stone. Greek scripture
The Rosetta Stone. Fragment of a black granite stele with an inscription in different languages A?a?A?a?of a decree of Ptolemy V Epiphanes king. Greek scripture. Detail. Ptolemaic era. 196 BC. British Museum. London. United Kingdom
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Media ID 14322982
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Alphabet Decree Epiphanes Fragment Granite Granodiorite Inscribed Inscription Language Languages Ptolemaic Ptolemies Ptolemy Rashid Rosetta Sais Script Scripture Stele
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history of ancient Egypt with our exquisite Fine Art Print of The Rosetta Stone from Media Storehouse. This captivating print showcases a detailed fragment of the iconic black granite stele, adorned with the decree of Ptolemy V Epiphanes in Greek scripture. A true masterpiece, this print offers a glimpse into the Ptolemaic era, dated back to 196 BC. Bring the mysteries of the past into your home or office with this stunning, rights-managed reproduction from Mary Evans Prints Online.
Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions. Hahnemühle certified studio for digital fine art printing. Printed on 308gsm Photo Rag Paper.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 39.5cm (23.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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
The Rosetta Stone, a fragment of a black granite stele inscribed with a decree of Ptolemy V Epiphanes, is one of the most famous artifacts in the world, housed in the British Museum in London, United Kingdom. Dated back to 196 BC during the Ptolemaic era, this masterpiece is a significant discovery in the history of linguistics and ancient civilizations. The inscription appears in three scripts: Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs, Demotic script, and Ancient Greek. This trilingual inscription provided scholars with the key to deciphering the ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs, which had been lost for centuries. The Rosetta Stone was discovered in 1799 by a French soldier, Pierre-François Bouchard, during Napoleon Bonaparte's campaign in Egypt. It was later brought to the British Museum in 1802 as part of the terms of the Treaty of Alexandria. The stone's detail showcases the intricacy and beauty of the ancient scripts, with the Greek scripture being the most legible and clear. The Rosetta Stone is a testament to the cultural exchange and interconnectedness of the ancient world. It is a reminder of the rich history and diverse civilizations that have shaped our world. This fragment, now a symbol of the British Museum, continues to captivate and inspire scholars and visitors alike, as they marvel at the intricacies of the ancient scripts and the significance of this ancient decree.
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