1906 Photolithograph Fragment Egyptian Hieroglyphics Ancient Writing Karnak XGA6

This is an original 1906 black and white photolithograph of a fragment of an ancient Egyptian inscription found at Merneptah's tomb in the Karnak Temple Complex. Merneptah ruled Egypt for ten years from 1213 to 1203 BC, and was the thirteenth son of Ramesses II. Shown in the image is the inscription of lines 36 to 40.

CONDITION

This 105+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +. Light aging throughout. Light wrinkling. Original mailing center crease. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is tape over the top original mailing crease; it can be seen in the digital copy.

• Product Type: Orig. Photo-Lithograph; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine +
• Dimensions: Approximately 7 x 23.75 inches; 18 x 60 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: tomb, king, pharaoh, owl, bird, eye, eye of Horus, writing, archaeology, archaeological

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