Approach To Philae, Egypt 1857 Fotofolio Art Print Card Photo By Francis Frith
Inventory Code: B41. Exact item shown in photos.
Francis Frith British Albumen Photograph Hypostyle Hall Salt Lake View Egypt
Antique albumen print photograph by Francis Frith (British, 1822-1898). Image of The Great Hypostyle Hall at the Temple of Karnak, Thebes, viewed from accross the Salt Lake, Egypt, 19th century. Mounted on card stock, image measures approx. 6.25″h x 8.25″l, mount approx. 12″h x 15″l. In antique condition, with toning, surface scratches/scuffs, discolored marks/spots, and foxing to the image, as well as general wear to the mount, including toning, foxing, discolored marks/staining, bends and creases, and bumped corners – see pictures. Studio label to verso, with site location at lower left. From the collection of Ileana Sonnabend, thence by descent.