Plan d des puits des momies Description de l Egypte
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Plan d des puits des momies Description de l Egypte
Plan d un des puits des momies, Description de l Egypte, Maillet, Benoit de, 1656-1738, Engraving, etching, 1735, Page 276--in upper right corner
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Media ID 18511211
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1735 Corner Upper Description De Legypte Maillet
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This print showcases a detailed engraving from the renowned "Description de l'Egypte" by Benoit de Maillet. Titled "Plan d des puits des momies" it offers a fascinating glimpse into the ancient Egyptian burial practices. The intricate etching, created in 1735, is located on page 276 of this historical masterpiece. In the upper right corner of the print, we see an elaborate plan depicting one of the tombs where mummies were laid to rest. Every minute detail has been meticulously captured, allowing us to appreciate the architectural brilliance and reverence for death that characterized ancient Egypt. The artist's skillful rendering transports us back in time as we imagine ourselves standing within these sacred chambers. The solemn atmosphere is palpable as rows upon rows of intricately decorated sarcophagi line the walls, each holding a preserved body awaiting its journey to eternity. This print serves as a testament to both human ingenuity and our eternal fascination with history. It invites us to explore and unravel the mysteries surrounding one of civilization's most enigmatic cultures.
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