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Egypt and Nubia, Volume III: Grand Entrance to the Mosque of the Sultan Hassan

Louis Haghe

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a large, ornate building with a tall, arched entranceway. The building appears to be made of stone or concrete and features intricate carvings and designs. The entranceway is tall and narrow, with a pointed arch at the top. It has a balcony or platform at the top, and there are people standing on it. The building's facade is decorated with various patterns and designs, including geometric shapes and floral motifs. In front of the building, there is a large open area with many people gathered. Some are sitting on the ground, while others are standing and talking. The people are dressed in traditional clothing, including robes and headscarves. The sky above is gray and cloudy. At the bottom of the image, there is text that reads "GRAND ENTRANCE TO THE MOSQUE OF THE SULTAN HASSAN".

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598 × 893 px
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