Please note that the frame is not included, but for display purposes only. This print, based on an original lithograph, was originally created by Emile Prisse d’Avennes. He was a French archaeologist, Egyptologist, architect and writer. He was also a skilled draughtsman. He travelled to Egypt in 1827 and spent years living as an Egyptian. He familiarised himself with hieroglyphs and carried out excavations at his own expense. Together with the draughtsman Famars Testas he recorded the art from sites throughout the Nile Valley, publishing a number of books of which ‘Histoire de l’art Egyptian’ is one. This print declares the woman as 'Queen Nebto.' This is an incorrect translation of the hieroglyphs in the Lady's cartouche which read 'Nebettawy.' And she was a daughter of Ramesses the Great. About the print: These prints have been professionally reproduced to the highest standards. First, any damage or staining is carefully retouched and colours restored to their original freshness. Then each subject is printed onto 190 gsm watercolour paper, mould-made in the traditional way with a unique ink-receptive surface that captures every detail to perfection. So not only do these prints have a lovely texture and 'depth', but the detail is also outstanding. As you’d expect, the paper is archival quality, as are the inks. Please note that the A3+ size I produce is significantly larger than standard A3 - at least an inch wider on every side - for really impactful wall art. If however you would prefer standard A3, message me and I can reduce the size accordingly for no extra charge.
