Thebes, December 4th 1838, detail of the colossi of Memnon, plate 12 from Volume I of Egypt and Nubia, engraved by Louis Haghe 1806-85 pub. 1846

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"Thebes, December 4th 1838, detail of the colossi of Memnon, plate 12 from Volume I of Egypt and Nubia" is an exquisite engraving by the renowned Belgian lithographer Louis Haghe (1806-1885). This work was published in 1846 as part of the monumental series "Egypt and Nubia," which was based on the sketches and paintings of the celebrated Scottish artist David Roberts (1796-1864). Roberts' journey to Egypt and the Near East between 1838 and 1839 resulted in an extensive collection of detailed and evocative images that captured the grandeur and mystique of ancient civilizations.

The engraving depicts the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III, which stand on the west bank of the Nile near the modern city of Luxor, formerly known as Thebes. These statues have been a subject of fascination since antiquity, not only for their colossal size but also for the mysterious sounds that one of the statues was reputed to emit at dawn, which ancient Greeks and Romans interpreted as the singing of Memnon, a hero of the Trojan War.

Louis Haghe's engraving is noted for its meticulous detail and the atmospheric quality that brings Roberts' original sketches to life. Haghe, who was one of the most prominent lithographers of his time, was particularly adept at capturing the interplay of light and shadow, which adds a dramatic effect to the depiction of these ancient monuments. The precision of Haghe's work ensures that the engraving is not only a piece of art but also a valuable historical document that provides insight into the condition and appearance of the Colossi of Memnon in the mid-19th century.

"Egypt and Nubia" was published in three volumes and is considered one of the most important works of 19th-century travel literature and art. The collaboration between David Roberts and Louis Haghe resulted in a series of images that have continued to captivate audiences and scholars alike, offering a window into the ancient world through the eyes of two masterful artists.

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