1922 Rotogravure Archaeology Egypt Tomb Sakhara Deir-El-Bahri Pyramid Museum

This is an original 1922 sepia rotogravure of archaeological excavations in Egypt. Shown are men removing blocks from the tomb at Sakhara in the cemetery of ancient Memphis; a method used by the natives to carry the blocks from the tomb; the temple of Deir-El-Bahri in Thebes; men removing the lintel of the doorway of the Sakhara tomb; and trucks transporting the various tomb sections to the Nile Valley, where they would be shipped to the Metropolitan Museum of New York City. The tomb was presented to the museum by Edward S. Harkness.

CONDITION

This 89+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the reverse.

• Product Type: Original Rotogravure; Sepia
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 10 x 15.25 inches; 25 x 39 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)

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