Who painted Egypt and Nubia, Volume I: Luxor?

Egypt and Nubia, Volume I: Luxor was painted by Louis Haghe in 1846.

Where can I see Egypt and Nubia, Volume I: Luxor?

Egypt and Nubia, Volume I: Luxor is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Egypt and Nubia, Volume I: Luxor?

Egypt and Nubia, Volume I: Luxor is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Egypt and Nubia, Volume I: Luxor

Louis Haghe , 1846

Egypt and Nubia, Volume I: Luxor is a print by the Romanticist artist Louis Haghe. It dates from 1846 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Egypt and Nubia, Volume I: Luxor is a lithograph print created by Louis Haghe in 1846. It is part of a series documenting ancient Egyptian and Nubian monuments.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts the Luxor site, featuring a stone obelisk, statues, and people in traditional attire, conveying the appearance of ancient Egyptian ruins during the 19th century.

Technique & Style

Haghe's work showcases detailed lithography, a technique he mastered through his firm Day & Haghe, known for precise reproductions. The image reflects the Romanticism style, which influenced the representation of historical sites.

History & Provenance

Louis Haghe, a Belgian-born British artist, co-founded Day & Haghe in 1830. He trained in watercolor before establishing himself in London's lithographic trade.