Astrological planisphere of the zodiac of Dendarah

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The Astrological planisphere of the zodiac of Dendarah is a significant work by Dominique Vivant Denon, a notable figure in French art, literature, and Egyptology. Denon accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte on his expedition to Egypt in 1798 as part of a team of scholars, artists, and scientists. It was during this time that he created a comprehensive collection of sketches and drawings depicting Egypt's landscape, locals, and countless historical monuments. One such work is the Astrological Planisphere of the Zodiac of Dendarah.

Dendarah, also known as Dendera, is a small town in Egypt, home to the ancient Dendera Temple complex, where the original Zodiac of Dendarah resides. This ancient bas-relief represents the oldest complete map of a sky discovered so far on a temple ceiling in Egypt. It portrays a comprehensive map of the ancient astrological cosmos including the signs of the zodiac, which is the source of Denon's planisphere.

The original depiction of the Dendarah Zodiac features complex delineations of the heavens, constellations, and planets. Denon's rendition, the Astrological planisphere of the zodiac of Dendarah, provides an intricately detailed illustration of this ancient astrological representation. His meticulous work has allowed the transcription of the zodiac to be accessed and understood by a wider audience, thus contributing to the field of both Egyptology and astronomy.

While the Astrological planisphere of the zodiac of Dendarah is an artistic piece, it is equally renowned for its scholarly significance. It remains a crucial tool for understanding ancient Egyptian culture and their astronomical knowledge.

Denon's work was published in "Voyage dans la Basse et la Haute Egypte pendant les campagnes du général Bonaparte" (Journey in Lower and Upper Egypt during the campaigns of General Bonaparte), which had been released in 1802 and was a landmark in publications pertaining to Egypt. This book unleashed a wave of 'Egyptomania' in Europe, particularly in France, leading to a profound influence on several realms of French culture including fashion, furniture and architecture.

With historical, cultural, artistic and astrological relevance, the Astrological planisphere of the zodiac of Dendarah by Dominique Vivant Denon serves as an important artifact in understanding not just the ancient world, but also the impact of these ancient civilizations on early 19th century European societies.

When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.

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