Framed Print : Cleopatras Needle in silhouette
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Cleopatras Needle in silhouette
Cleopatras Needle situated on the Victoria Embankment, London, watched over by the sphinx. The artist describes it rather poignantly as That Sad Stone. Date: 1926
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Media ID 14132063
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Embankment Exotic Landmarks Monuments Needle Obelisk Sight Sights Sightseeing Silhouettes Sphinx 1926
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Add a touch of history and elegance to your space with our Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic silhouette of Cleopatra's Needle. This evocative image, captured in 1926 by an unknown artist, depicts the ancient Egyptian obelisk standing proudly on the Victoria Embankment in London, watched over by the stoic Sphinx. The artist's poignant description, "That Sad Stone," adds a sense of timeless melancholy to this captivating piece. Bring the mysteries of ancient Egypt into your home with our high-quality framed print, available now through Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Prints Online.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.8cm x 39.6cm (9.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 47.8cm x 57.9cm (18.8" x 22.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the bustling cityscape of London, on the tranquil Victoria Embankment, stands a relic of ancient Egypt - Cleopatra's Needle. This obelisk, bathed in the soft glow of twilight, presents a poignant silhouette against the backdrop of the setting sun. The Needle, watched over by the stoic Sphinx, is a testament to the rich and intriguing history that spans continents and centuries. Erected around 1450 BC, this 68-foot tall monolith was originally located at the Temple of the Sun, Heliopolis, in Egypt. It was later moved to Alexandria in the 1st century AD, where it remained until 1878, when it was dismantled and shipped to England. The Needle was reassembled on its current site in 1878, becoming a cherished addition to London's impressive collection of monuments. As the sun sets and the city lights begin to twinkle, the silhouette of Cleopatra's Needle takes on a melancholic air. It stands as a reminder of the passage of time, the enduring power of history, and the connections that bind different cultures together. The Sphinx, with her enigmatic expression, seems to bear witness to the Needle's journey, her gaze following the ancient obelisk from its Egyptian origins to its new home on the banks of the Thames. This evocative scene, captured in 1926, invites us to pause and reflect on the stories that lie hidden within the stones of this ancient monument. It serves as a reminder that even in the midst of the hustle and bustle of modern life, there are still places where history whispers its secrets, waiting for those who are willing to listen.
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