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Egypt and Nubia, Volume II: Entrance to the Tombs of the Kings of Thebes, Bab-El-Malouk

Louis Haghe

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a desert landscape with a vast expanse of sandy terrain and rocky cliffs in the background. The ground is dry and cracked, with some jagged rocks scattered throughout. In the foreground, on the right side, a group of four men sits on the ground. The man on the left wears a light-colored robe and a dark belt, and holds a long stick or spear. The other three men wear hats and robes. On the left side, four more people stand near an opening in the cliff face. The opening appears to lead to a tunnel or cave. The sky above is hazy and light-colored, with no distinct features. The overall atmosphere suggests a hot, dry climate. The image is rendered in shades of brown and tan, with some darker shadows. The color palette is muted, with no bright or vibrant colors present.

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1263 × 855 px
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