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Egypt and Nubia, Volume I: Grand Portico of the Temple of Philae, Nubia

Louis Haghe

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a sepia-toned drawing of an ancient temple. The temple's interior features a row of large stone columns with ornate capitals, resembling lotus flowers, and intricate carvings on the shafts. The columns are arranged in two rows on either side, supporting the structure's roof. The roof is flat and features additional carvings. The floor is made of stone and covered with sand and several broken stone blocks. People dressed in traditional robes and head coverings are scattered throughout the scene. The background shows a dark doorway leading to another part of the temple. The overall atmosphere suggests a historical or archaeological setting.

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1180 × 893 px
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