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Poster Print : Cairo - Prayer near the Great Sphinx, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
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Cairo - Prayer near the Great Sphinx, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Cairo - Prayer near the Great Sphinx, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards
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Media ID 18386288
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26th Century Bc Ancient Egypt Archaeological Cairo Camel Camels Chephren Giza Giza Pyramids Gizeh Great Sphinx Khafre Khephren King Khafre Middle Eastern Mohammedan Moslem Moslems Muslim Muslims Old Kingdom Panoramic Photography Pharaoh Khafre Prayer Pyramid Pyramids Of Giza Pyramids Of Gizeh Sphinx The Great Sphinx Traveller Travellers Worship Worshipping Ancient Egyptian Letterbox Format Mizraim
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Cairo Poster Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Heritage Images, depicts a heartfelt moment of prayer near the iconic Great Sphinx of Giza, circa 1918-1939. The ancient city of Cairo comes alive in this stunning, vintage postcard, transporting you to a bygone era. Add an air of mystery and history to your space with this beautifully preserved, unknown creator's work. Perfect for travel enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone seeking to add a touch of the exotic to their decor.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 28.3cm (23.4" x 11.1")
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.
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Cairo - Prayer near the Great Sphinx, c1918-c1939 - A Glimpse into Ancient Egypt's Spiritual Legacy
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print takes us back in time to Cairo, Egypt during the early 20th century. In this mesmerizing scene, two men are captured in a moment of deep prayer near the iconic Great Sphinx. The unknown photographer beautifully captures the essence of ancient Egyptian culture and its profound connection to spirituality. The majestic pyramids of Giza stand tall in the background, serving as a reminder of Egypt's rich archaeological heritage. As one man kneels on his prayer mat, his face turned towards Mecca, it is evident that Islam plays a significant role in shaping religious practices even amidst such historical marvels. The presence of camels adds an authentic touch to this image, symbolizing both transportation and companionship for those embarking on spiritual journeys. Against the backdrop of clear skies and vast open space, these worshippers find solace and seek divine guidance. This vintage postcard offers us a glimpse into a bygone era when travellers from all over the world flocked to witness firsthand the wonders of ancient Egypt. It serves as a testament to how religion has always been deeply intertwined with human existence throughout history. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph today, we are reminded not only of our shared humanity but also our collective fascination with exploring different cultures and their religious traditions.
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