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ALEXANDRIA)
Conte (drawn by). Berthault (engraved by). Alexandrie. Vue de la Place des Tombeaux. Vue des Terrasses d'Une Partie de la Ville. Stock ID: 41077 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approximately 23 1/2 x 18 inches on sheet 28 x 21 1/2 inches. Very good condition: light scattered foxing, mainly in the margins, a few 1/4 to 1/2 tears to lower right edge (outside image area). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved view is plate 95 from Volume II of the Modern State section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt, its glorious monuments and exotic culture led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown is a view of the place of the tombs and a view of the terraces in the city; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of these views. |
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ALEXANDRIA)
Balzac (drawn by). Berthault (engraved by). Alexandrie. Vue du Pont de l'Aqueduc sur le Canal d' Alexandrie. Vue du Debarquement de l'Armee Francaise en Egypte, a la tour Dite du Marabou. Stock ID: 41071 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approximately 22 1/2 x 16 1/2 inches on sheet 28 x 21 1/2 inches. Very good condition: light scattered foxing, mainly in the margins, 1 inch tears and 1/2 inch area of paper loss along lower edge (well outside image area). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved view is plate 99 from Volume II of the Modern State section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt, its glorious monuments and exotic culture led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown is a view of the aqueduct on the Alexandria Canal and a view of the French Army leaving the Tower called Marabou; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of these views. |
$275.00 |
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ASWAN / ESNA)
Dutertre et al (drawn by). Berthault et al (engraved by). Asouan, Esne. Vues des Environs d'Asouan ou Syene. Plan et Minaret d'Esne. Minaret de Syout. Stock ID: 41072 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approximately 16 1/2 x 22 1/2 inches on sheet 21 1/2 x 28 inches. Very good condition: light scattered foxing, mainly in the margins, a few 1/2 inch tears in lower left edge and mid right edge (very far from image area). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved view is plate 1 from Volume II of the Modern State section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt, its glorious monuments and exotic culture led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown are two views of Aswan, a plan of the Minaret (lighthouse) of Esna, and the Minaret of Syout; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of these views and structures. |
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CAIRO - ARCHITECTURE)
Protain (drawn by). Leisnier (engraved by). Le Kaire. Plans du Rez de Chaussee et du 1.er Etage de la Maison de Hasan Kachef Ou de l'Institut. Elevations sur la Cour et sur le Jardin. Stock ID: 41023 Paris. Panckouke. No date. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image 23 x 16 1/2 on sheet 28 x 21 inches. Light scattered foxing (mainly in outer margins), publisher's blindstamp at top right. Study of Egyptian architecture from Volume I of the Modern State section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title of this work translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Plans of the ground and first floor of the building of Hasan Kachef Ou and two elevations. Plate 54. |
$295.00 |
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CAIRO - ARCHITECTURE)
Jomard, Balzac, Lancret and Jollois (drawn by). Adam (engraved by). Le Kaire. Citadelle. Vue Exterieure Et Details Du Divan De Joseph. Details De Construction. Stock ID: 29976 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approx. 21 x 14 inches on sheet approx. 28 x 21 inches. Good to very good condition: small dampstain lower left corner several inches from plate mark. Publisher's blindstamp at top right. Study of Egyptian architecture from Volume II of the Modern State section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title of this work translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. A view of the building is supplemented by details of columns. |
$235.00 |
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CAIRO)
Balzac et al (drawn by). Schroeder (engraved by). Environs du Kaire. Vue du Petit Bras du Nil Vis-A-Vis de l'Ile de Roudah. Vue de l'Allee des Sycamores dans l'Ile de Roudah. Vue du Jardin de Mourad Bey a Gyzeh. Stock ID: 41075 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approximately 23 1/2 x 17 inches on sheet 28 x 21 1/2 inches. Very good condition: light scattered foxing, mainly in the margins, dampstain at lower left corner (outside image area). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved view is plate 17 from Volume I of the Modern State section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt, its glorious monuments and exotic culture led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown are three views: a group of men lounging beneath sycamore trees with the Pyramids in the distance, the garden of Mourad and a view of the Nile; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of these views. |
$445.00 |
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CAIRO)
Collin and Legentil (drawn by). Baltard (engraved by). Le Kaire. Vue du Quartier General de l'Armee Francaise. Vue de la Place Ezbekyeh. Stock ID: 41076 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approximately 23 1/2 x 17 inches on sheet 28 x 21 1/2 inches. Very good condition: light scattered foxing, mainly in the margins, dampstain at lower left corner (outside image area). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved view is plate 40 from Volume I of the Modern State section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt, its glorious monuments and exotic culture led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown are views of the headquarters of the French army and Ezbekyeh; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of these views. |
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CAIRO)
Conte (drawn by). Baltard (engraved by). Environs du Kaire. Vue du Vieux Kaire. Vue d'Un Santon ou Tombeau de Cheykh et de l'Aqueduc de la Citadelle. Stock ID: 41078 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approximately 22 1/2 x 17 inches on sheet 28 x 21 1/2 inches. Very good condition: light scattered foxing, mainly in the margins, dampstain to upper right corner (entering into 2 x 3/4 inch area of plate but not affecting actual image). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved view is plate 18 from Volume I of the Modern State section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt, its glorious monuments and exotic culture led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown is a view of Cairo, plus a view of the tomb of Cheykh and aqueduct of the citadel; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of these views. |
$385.00 |
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CAIRO)
Conte and Dutertre (drawn by). Baltard (engraved by). Le Kaire. Vues des Tombeaux Situes Pres de Gebel Moqattam. Vue des Tombeaux Situes Pres de la Porte de Qarafeh. Stock ID: 41079 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approximately 16 1/2 x 22 1/2 inches on sheet 28 x 21 1/2 inches. Very good condition: very light scattered foxing, mainly in margins. Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved view is plate 63 from Volume I of the Modern State section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt, its glorious monuments and exotic culture led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown are views of tombs located near Gebel Moqattam and a view of tombs located close to Qarafeh; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of these views. |
$385.00 |
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CAIRO)
Jacotin, M. et al (drawn by). Chamouin et Dandeleux (engraved by). Environs du Kaire. Plan General de Boulaq, du Kaire, de l'Ile de Roudah, du Vieux-Kaire et de Gyzeh. Stock ID: 41086 Paris. Panckouke. No date. Ca. 1820. Map, copper plate engraving (uncolored), image 16 x 22 inches on sheet 28 x 21 inches. Light scattered foxing, mainly in the margins, soft creases to upper right corner, a few 1/2 to 3/4 inch edge tears (well outside image area). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This finely engraved map of the outskirts of Cairo is plate 15 from Volume I of the Modern State section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title of this work translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown is a bird's eye view map showing Cairo, Boulaq, Giza and the Nile river. |
$850.00 |
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COSTUMES)
Costumes et Portraits. 1. 2. 3. 4. Costumes de Femmes et de Marchands. 5. Saqqa ou Porteur d'Eau. 6. Anier. Stock ID: 31411 Paris. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approx. 17 x 23 inches on sheet approx. 21 x 28 inches. Publisher's blindstamp at top right. Light scattered foxing, mostly in the left margin. Plate J from Etat Moderne (artifacts and life) Vol. II, of the second edition of "Description de L'Egypte". |
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COSTUMES)
Costumes et Portraits. 1.4.5. Coptes. 2 Homme de la Grande Oasis. 3.9.10.12.15.16.17 Cheykhs et Gens de Loi du Kaire et de Constantinople. 6.7 Bateliers de Damiette. 8 Mamlouks. 11,13 Santon Negre. 14 Marchand d'Alexandrie. Stock ID: 31412 Paris. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approx. 17 x 23 inches on sheet approx. 21 x 28 inches. Publisher's blindstamp at top right. Very good condition: small spot at top left well outside plate mark. Plate J from Etat Moderne (artifacts and life) Vol. II, of the second edition of "Description de L'Egypte". |
$235.00 |
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EGYPT - ARCHITECTURE)
Fevre (drawn by). Berthault (engraved by). Malte et Basse Egypte. Maisons de Malte. Maisons d'Alexandrie. Maisons de Rosette. Maisons de Damiette. Maisons du Kaire. Stock ID: 41084 Paris. Panckouke. No date. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image 13 x 23 inches on sheet 28 x 21 inches. Light scattered foxing (mainly in outer margins), dampstain to 10 x 2 1/2 inch area of upper left corner (entering into 1/4 inch area of plate but not affecting main image). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, fine engraving is plate 102 from Volume II of the Modern State section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title of this work translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown are elevation views of houses from Malte, Alexandria, Rosetta, Damietta and Cairo. |
$245.00 |
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EGYPT - ARCHITECTURE)
Fevre (drawn by). Ransonnette (engraved by). Basse Egypte. Plan et Elevation d'Un Okel d'Alexandrie. Plan d'Un Okel de Damiette. Plans d'Un Appartement d'Okel. Coupe d'Okel. Okels de Rosette. Stock ID: 41085 Paris. Panckouke. No date. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image 13 x 23 inches on sheet 28 x 21 inches. Light scattered foxing (mainly in outer margins), dampstain to 10 x 2 1/2 inch area of upper left corner (entering into 1/2 inch area of plate but not affecting main image). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, fine engraving is plate 101 from Volume II of the Modern State section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title of this work translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown are elevation views and plans of buildings from Alexandria, Rosetta, and Damietta. |
$245.00 |
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EL KAB)
Dutertre et al (drawn by). El Kab (Elethyia.) Plans des Ruines et des Environs. Vue et Plan Particulier des Edifices. Stock ID: 40928 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approx. 23 x 15 inches on sheet approximately 28 x 21 inches. Very good condition: light scattered foxing (mainly outside image area), darker vertical line through Fig. 3 which appears to be how it was printed. Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved image is plate 66 from Volume I of the Antiquities section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title, translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown are topographical plans, maps of various structures and a view of the ruins at El Kab (Eileithyia), an important settlement and cemetery site in Upper Egypt; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of these ancient ruins. |
$395.00 |
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EL KAB)
Cecile (drawn by). El Kab (Elethyia). Vue de L'Interieur de la Grotte Principale. Vue d'Une Ancienne Carriere. Stock ID: 40932 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approx. 23 x 14 inches on sheet approximately 28 x 21 inches. Very good condition: a few short tears to lower edge (image not affected), light foxing in outer margins (outside image area). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved image is plate 67 from Volume I of the Antiquities section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title, translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown is a view of a Rock Tomb and Ancient Quarry at El Kab (Eileithyia), an important settlement and cemetery site in Upper Egypt; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of the beautiful structures and surrounding landscape. |
$450.00 |
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ELEPHANTINE ISLAND / ASWAN)
Jomard (drawn by). Ile D'Elephantine et Environs. Vue et Plans de la Cataracte de Syene et des Environs. Vue des Ruines D'Elephantine. Stock ID: 40929 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approx. 23 x 15 inches on sheet approximately 28 x 21 inches. Very good condition: short creases and a few 1/2 to 1 inch tears to right edge (image not affected), light scattered foxing (mainly outside image area), 4 x 3 1/2 inch dampstain to upper left margin entering into 2 x 3 inch area of title and Fig.4. Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved image is plate 30 from Volume I of the Antiquities section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title, translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown are two panoramic views of Elephantine, also known as, the Island of Flowers, and Syene (Aswan/Asouan), plus charts of the cataract and the area around Aswan and Philae; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of the town and surrounding landscape. |
$395.00 |
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ESNE)
H.J. Redoute (drawn by). Phelippeaux (engraved by). Esne (Latopolis.) Decoration Interieure d'un Mur d'Entrecolonnement Du Portique. Stock ID: 29978 Paris. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approx. 17 x 12 inches on sheet approx. 28 x 21 inches. Good condition: dampstain left half of bottom edge extending to within approx. 1/2 inch from plate mark. Image bright and clean. Publisher's blindstamp at top right. From the second edition of "Description de L'Egypte". |
$225.00 |
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ESNE)
Jollois et Devilliers (drawn by). Rousseau and Lorieux (engraved by). Environs d'Esne (Latopolis.) Vue Perspective du Temple au Nord d'Esne. Stock ID: 32209 Paris. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approximately 14 x 22 inches on sheet 17 x 24 inches. Several light spots in upper area of image, light creasing at upper left corner. Publisher's blindstamp at top right (trimmed). An reconstructed view of a highly decorated temple exterior. Plate 88 from Antiquities, from Volume I of the Antiquities section of the second edition of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title, translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. |
$345.00 |
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KOM OMBO)
Cecile (drawn by). Koum Ombou (Ombos.) Vue du Grand Temple. Stock ID: 40934 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approx. 14 x 20 inches on sheet approximately 21 x 28 inches. Very good condition: light scattered foxing (mainly outside image area). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved image is plate 40 from Volume I of the Antiquities section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title, translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown is a view of the Temple of Haroeris and Sobk Triads (Grand Temple) at Kom Ombo, located on the east bank of the Nile approximately 50 km north of Aswan; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of this beautiful temple. |
$450.00 |
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MEMPHIS)
Dutertre (drawn by). Memphis et Environs. Details d'Une Tunique Trouvee Dans un des Tombeaux de Saqqarah. Stock ID: 40948 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approx. 23 x 17 inches on sheet approximately 28 x 21 inches. Very good condition: a few 1/2 to 1 inch tears and soft creases to edges (well outside image area), faint light soiling in outer margins. Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved image is plate 5 from Volume V of the Antiquities section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title, translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown are images and details of a from a tomb at Saqqara, and ancient burial ground just south of Cairo; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the detail of these ancient garments. |
$345.00 |
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MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS)
Villoteau, Duhamel (engraved by). Vases, Meubles et Instrumens. Instrumens Orientaux A Corde Connus En Egypte. Stock ID: 29982 Paris. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approx. 22 x 15 1/2 inches on sheet approx. 28 x 21 inches. Good to very good condition: dampstain lower left corner extending to approx. 1 inch from plate mark, a few tears at right edge at least 1.5 inches from plate mark. Publisher's blindstamp at top right. Image bright and clean. Views of Egyptian string instruments from the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title of the publication translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. |
$335.00 |
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MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS)
Villoteau . Duhamel (engraved by). Vases, Meubles Et Instrumens. Instrumens A Vent Des Egyptiens. Instrumens Bruyants Et De Percussion. Stock ID: 29974 Paris. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approx. 10 1/2 x 22 inches each on sheet approx. 21 x 28 inches. Good condition: light foxing to edges scarcely entering the image which is clean and bright. Publisher's blindstamp at top right. Views of Egyptian wind and percussion instruments from the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title of the publication translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. |
$335.00 |
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MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS)
Villoteau, David (engraved by). Vases, Meubles Et Instrumens. Instrumens A Corde Qui Paroissent Propres Aux Egyptiens. Stock ID: 29975 Paris. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approx. 22 x 15 1/2 inches on sheet approx. 28 x 21 inches. Good condition: dampstain lower left corner extending to plate mark, light foxing to edges, image clean and bright. Publisher's blindstamp at top right. Views of Egyptian string instruments from the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title of the publication translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. |
$335.00 |
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NILE RIVER )
Conte et al (drawn by). Dequevauviller (engraved by). Egypte Moyenne. Vue de Beny-Soueyf. Vue de Myt-Rahyneh et de Plusieurs Points des Bords du Nil. Stock ID: 41080 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approximately 16 x 23 inches on sheet 28 x 21 1/2 inches. Very good condition: light scattered foxing, mainly in the margins, a few 1/2 inch chips to edges (well outside plate area). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved view is plate 9 from Volume I of the Modern State section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt, its glorious monuments and exotic culture led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown is a view of Beny-Soueyf, plus views of Myt-Rahyneh and several points of the edges of the Nile; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of these views and the Nile. |
$295.00 |
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NILE RIVER )
Dutertre (drawn by). Baltard and Dequevauviller (engraved by). Egypte Moyenne. Vue d'Un Village sur la Rive Gauche du Nil. Vue de Minyeh. Stock ID: 41081 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approximately 17 x 18 inches on sheet 28 x 21 1/2 inches. Very good condition: light scattered foxing, mainly in the margins, a few 1/4 edge tears (well outside plate area). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved view is plate 5 from Volume I of the Modern State section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt, its glorious monuments and exotic culture led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown is a view of a village on left bank of the Nile and a view of Minyeh; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of these views. |
$295.00 |
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PHILAE)
Jollois et Devilliers (drawn by). Ile de Philae. Vue Perspective du Temple de L'Ouest et de Plusieurs Autres Edifices. Stock ID: 40936 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approx. 16 x 24 inches on sheet approximately 21 x 28 inches. Very good condition: light scattered foxing (mainly outside image area), a few short tears to lower edge (image not affected). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved image is plate 24 from Volume I of the Antiquities section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title, translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown is a panoramic view of the Birth House and several other structures found on the Island of Philae in Upper Egypt; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of this beautiful edifice. |
$650.00 |
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PHILAE)
Cecile (drawn by). Ile de Philae. Vue de l'Edifice de l'Est et de Plusieurs Monumens. Stock ID: 40933 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approx. 14 x 20 inches on sheet approximately 21 x 28 inches. Very good condition: faint vertical line in upper left image, light scattered foxing (mainly outside image area). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved image is plate 25 from Volume I of the Antiquities section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title, translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown is a panoramic view of the Kiosk of Trajan and other monuments on the Island of Philae in Upper Egypt; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of the beautiful structures and surrounding landscape. |
$450.00 |
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PHILAE)
Dutertre (drawn by). Ile de Philae. Vue Generale Prise du Cote du Nord Est. Stock ID: 40931 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approx. 17 x 23 inches on sheet approximately 21 x 28 inches. Very good condition: light scattered foxing (mainly outside image area), faint crease in upper left corner of image. Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved image is plate 3 from Volume I of the Antiquities section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title, translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown is a view of the Island of Philae from the North East; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of the beautiful structures and surrounding landscape. |
$600.00 |
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SILSILIS)
Balzac (drawn by). Selseleh (Silsilis.) Vue des Grottes Taillees a L'Entree des Anciennes Carrieres. Stock ID: 40937 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approx. 17 x 25 inches on sheet approximately 21 x 28 inches. Very good condition: very light scattered foxing (mainly outside image area), a few short tears to edges (image not affected). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved image is plate 47 from Volume I of the Antiquities section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title, translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown is a view of Royal Shrines hollowed out of the cliff at the entrance to the ancient quarries found at Silsilis (Silsila); the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of this ancient sight. |
$650.00 |
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SYOUT)
Dutertre and Cecile (drawn by). Berthault (engraved by). Syout. Vue des Environs de la Ville Pendant l'Inondation. Vue d'Un Pont Situe a l'Entree de la Ville. Stock ID: 41082 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approximately 17 x 21 1/2 inches on sheet 28 x 21 1/2 inches. Very good condition: light scattered foxing, mainly in the margins, a few 1/4 edge tears (well outside plate area). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved view is plate 3 from Volume I of the Modern State section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt, its glorious monuments and exotic culture led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown is a view of the surroundings of the city during a flood and a view of a bridge located at the entrance of the city; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of these views. |
$295.00 |
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THEBES - MUMMIES)
Dutertre et al (drawn by). LOT OF FIVE ENGRAVINGS. Thebes. Hypogees. Plates 51 through 55. Stock ID: 40946 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. LOT OF FIVE copper plate engravings (uncolored), images approx. 23 x 17 inches on sheets approximately 28 x 21 inches. Very good condition: light scattered foxing (mainly in outer margins). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This lot of five very large, finely engraved images includes: plate 51 Momie de Femme. Momies de Chat et Autres Mammiferes., plate 52 Momies d'Ibis. Fragmens de Momies de Chacal qui Ont ete Dorees. Fragment de l'Enveloppe des Doigts d'Une Momie., plate 53 Momies d'Oiseaux., plate 54 Momies d'Oiseaux et Squelettes de Momies., and plate 55 Momies et Details de Crocodile, de Serpent et de Chien. All five plates are from Volume II of the Antiquities section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title, translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown are fragments of mummies, both human and animals, including birds, cats and crocodiles; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of these ancient objects. |
$950.00 |
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THEBES)
Thebes. Medynet-Abou. Plan, Elevation, Coupes et Details de Bas-Reliefs du Pavillon. TOGETHER WITH: Thebes. Medynet-Abou. 1. Coupe du Second Etage du Pavillon. 2.3.4.5.6.7. Details de Coupes et de Sculptures du Pavillon. Stock ID: 31410 Paris. Ca. 1820. TWO INDIVIDUAL SHEETS: Copper plate engravings (uncolored), images approx. 17 x 25 inches and 24 x 17 inches on sheets approx. 21 x 28 inches. Publisher's blindstamp at top right. Very good condition. Plates 16 and 17 from Antiquities, Vol. I, of the Antiquities section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title of the publication translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. PRICE IS FOR BOTH ENGRAVINGS. (The color of the paper of the two engravings is the same, although the digital image makes them appear to be a different tone). |
$425.00 |
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THEBES)
Cecile (drawn by). Thebes. Karnak. Stock ID: 40930 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approx. 15 x 21 inches on sheet approximately 21 x 28 inches. Very good condition: a few 1/2 inch tears to edges (image not affected), light scattered foxing (mainly outside image area), faint vertical lines in mid upper image. Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved image is plate 19 from Volume III of the Antiquities section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title, translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown is a view of the Forecourt at the Temple of Karnak in Thebes showing the pylon of the Temple of Ramesses III in the lower right corner of the image; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of this beautiful edifice. |
$600.00 |
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THEBES)
Balzac (drawn by). Thebes. Medynet - Abou. Vue Interieure du Peristyle du Palais. Stock ID: 40938 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approx. 17 x 23 inches on sheet approximately 21 x 28 inches. Very good condition: light scattered foxing (mainly outside image area). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved image is plate 14 from Volume II of the Antiquities section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title of the publication translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown is the interior of the peristyle at Medinet Habu, located near the Valley of the Kings in Western Thebes; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of this beautiful edifice. |
$650.00 |
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THEBES)
Jollois et Devilliers et al (drawn by). Thebes. Hypogees. Idoles et Fragmens en Bois de Sycomore Peints de Diverses Couleurs. Stock ID: 40939 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approx. 23 x 17 inches on sheet approximately 28 x 21 inches. Very good condition: light scattered foxing (mainly in outer margins). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved image is plate 76 from Volume II of the Antiquities section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title, translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown are painted wood carvings featuring two wooden polychrome ushabtis (funerary figurines) of Bakenkhonsou, first prophet of Amon, and a mask removed from a casket; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of these beautiful carvings. |
$525.00 |
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THEBES)
Jollois et Devilliers (drawn by). Thebes. Byban el Molouk. Statues et Fragmens de Granit Noir et de Granit Rouge Trouves dans les Tombeaux des Rois a L'Ouest, Couvercles de Vases Trouves dans les Hypogees. Stock ID: 40940 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approx. 17 x 23 inches on sheet approximately 21 x 28 inches. Very good condition: 1/2 inch tear to mid upper edge and soft crease to upper right corner (both well outside image area), light scattered foxing (mainly in outer margins). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved image is plate 81 from Volume II of the Antiquities section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title, translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown are red and black granite statues and fragments, including ushabtis (funerary figurines) and covers for canopic jars; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of these beautiful carvings. |
$525.00 |
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THEBES)
Redoute, H. J. et al (drawn by). Thebes. Hypogees. Tenons en Bois. Fragmens D'Enveloppe de Momie et Autres Antiques. Stock ID: 40941 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approx. 23 x 17 inches on sheet approximately 28 x 21 inches. Very good condition: 1/2 inch tear and soft crease to upper right edge (well outside image area), light scattered foxing (mainly in outer margins). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved image is plate 57 from Volume II of the Antiquities section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title, translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown are decorations from coffins, with fragments of fabric and other objects, including wooden tenons from a demolition at Thebes, upper parts of ushabtis (funerary figurines) and a fragment of a canopic jar; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of these once whole fragments. |
$465.00 |
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THEBES)
Dutertre (drawn by). Thebes. Hypogees. Peintures d'Enveloppes de Momies, et Divers Fragmens en Bois Peint, en Pierre et en Bronze. Stock ID: 40944 Paris. Panckouke. Ca. 1820. Copper plate engraving (uncolored), image approx. 23 x 17 inches on sheet approximately 28 x 21 inches. Very good condition: light scattered foxing (mainly in outer margins). Publisher's blindstamp at top right. This very large, finely engraved image is plate 56 from Volume II of the Antiquities section of the monumental publication "Description de L'Egypte," which documented the research of the "savants" who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitious expedition to Egypt (1798-1801). The full title, translated into English reads "Description of Egypt, or the collection of observations and research made in Egypt during the Expedition of the French Army" hinting at the varied purposes of this foray into the Middle East. The European demand for information about Egypt and its glorious monuments led to the publication of two editions of the work, with engravings pulled from the same printing plates; this is from the second edition, uncolored as issued. Shown are decorations from coffins and other objects including the cover and interior of a casket, ushabtis (funerary figurines) of wood, and sarcophagus models; the quality of the engraving powerfully evokes the splendor of these beautiful objects. |
$465.00 |
