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Description of Egypt: Memphis and Environs, Alexandria, Vol. V, Pl. 40

Description of Egypt: Memphis and Environs, Alexandria, Vol. V, Pl. 40, by Baptiste Bigant, 1822
Description of Egypt: Memphis and Environs, Alexandria, Vol. V, Pl. 40, by Baptiste Bigant, 1822

Description of Egypt: Memphis and Environs, Alexandria, Vol. V, Pl. 40 is a print by the Romanticist artist Baptiste Bigant. It dates from 1822 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Description of Egypt: Memphis and Environs, Alexandria, Vol.

About this work

This painting is titled Description of Egypt: Memphis and Environs, Alexandria, Vol. V, Pl. 40.

It was created by Baptiste Bigant, a French artist, around 1822. The fact that it's part of a larger series, indicated by the volume and plate number, suggests it was meant to be informative.

You can learn more about this style by exploring the movement: Romanticism.

Overview

Description of Egypt: Memphis and Environs, Alexandria, Vol. V, Pl. 40 is a print created by French artist Baptiste Bigant around 1822. It is part of a larger series and is currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print is part of a comprehensive series on Egypt, indicating its informative purpose. The title suggests a focus on the region around Memphis and Alexandria.

Technique & Style

The work reflects the Romanticism movement, characterized by an interest in historical and cultural subjects, often with an emphasis on detail and accuracy.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: Cleveland Museum of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.