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Egypt and Nubia, Volume II: Entrance to the Tombs of the Kings of Thebes, Bab-El-Malouk

Egypt and Nubia, Volume II: Entrance to the Tombs of the Kings of Thebes, Bab-El-Malouk is a print by the Romanticist artist Louis Haghe. It dates from 1848 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. This print, 'Entrance to the Tombs of the Kings of Thebes, Bab-El-Malouk', is part of a series depicting Egyptian landscapes and monuments.

About this work

Overview

This print, 'Entrance to the Tombs of the Kings of Thebes, Bab-El-Malouk', is part of a series depicting Egyptian landscapes and monuments. It showcases the capabilities of 19th-century color lithography.

Subject & Meaning

The scene depicts a tomb entrance carved into rocky cliffs, with two figures standing at the threshold, one holding a lantern and the other gesturing towards the interior.

Technique & Style

The print was created using color lithography, a technique that allowed for the reproduction of complex, multi-colored images. The resulting work is characterized by its vivid colors and detailed rendering.

History & Provenance

The print is based on a watercolor by David Roberts, which was then translated into a lithograph by Haghe. It is now held at the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Context

The print was part of a larger series of works documenting the landscapes and monuments of Egypt and Nubia, catering to European interest in the region during the mid-19th century.