1922 Rotogravure Cairo City Citadel Egyptian Sphinx Pyramid Giza Fuad I Sultan

This is an original 1922 sepia rotogravure of the Saladin Citadel of Cairo, a medieval Islamic structure, built between 1176 and 1183 AD. Also shown is a portrait of Fuad I, who served as the Sultan of Egypt from 1917-1922, and as the King of Egypt from 1922 to 1936. A cityscape of Cairo can also be seen as well as the Sphinx and a pyramid at Giza. Sphinxes were generally used in association with royal tombs and temples. The Great Sphinx of Giza is the oldest known sculpture, dating back to 2558-2532 B. C., and it is the largest monolith sculpture in the world.

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 inches; 25 x 38 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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