Lord Carnarvon and Lady Evelyn Herbert
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Lord Carnarvon and Lady Evelyn Herbert
Lord Carnarvon and his daughter, Lady Evelyn Herbert arriving at their hotel, the Winter Palace at Luxor. The purpose of Lord Carnarvon was to witness the opening of the inner sealed chamber of Tutankhamens tomb. Date: 14th April 1923, p41
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Arriving Carnarvon Chamber Evelyn Herbert Luxor Opening Purpose Sealed Tomb Tutankhamen Tutankhamens Witness 14th 1923
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In this evocative photograph, Lord Carnarvon and his daughter, Lady Evelyn Herbert, make their grand entrance at the Winter Palace in Luxor on the historic occasion of the opening of the inner sealed chamber of Tutankhamen's tomb on April 14, 1923. The Winter Palace, an opulent and grandiose establishment, served as the base for the British archaeological team led by Howard Carter, who had discovered the tomb in 1922. Lord Carnarvon, the fifth Earl of Carnarvon, was a wealthy English aristocrat and a patron of archaeological excavations in Egypt. His financial support and personal interest in ancient Egypt had made this groundbreaking discovery possible. His daughter, Lady Evelyn, accompanied him on this momentous journey, making her an integral part of this significant chapter in Egyptology. The anticipation surrounding the opening of the inner chamber was palpable, with the world's media and scholars eagerly awaiting the revelations that lay within. The sealed chamber, untouched for over 3,000 years, held the promise of revealing new insights into the life and death of the young pharaoh, Tutankhamen. Lord Carnarvon's purpose in attending this event was not only to witness the historical moment but also to ensure the proper handling and preservation of the artifacts discovered. The importance of this occasion is evident in the formal attire worn by Lord Carnarvon and Lady Evelyn, reflecting the gravity and respect afforded to this ancient civilization and its treasures. This photograph, taken on page 41 of the Illustrated London News on April 21, 1923, captures the essence of the excitement and importance of this moment in history. The father-daughter duo, standing before the grandeur of the Winter Palace, symbolizes the enduring fascination and connection between the past and the present.
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