Plates Illustrative Of The Researches And Operations Of G. Belzoni In Egypt And Nubia
1820
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1820
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This print shows three Egyptian-style figures standing side by side. The person on the left wears a long dress with dots, while the two on the right are dressed in fitted robes with gold belts and tall headdresses. Behind them, hieroglyphs and symbols fill the background, including birds, sun disks, and stacked blocks. The figures hold staffs and what looks like a small chest, suggesting a ritual or offering. The colors are flat and bright, with lots of gold, blue, and red details. Next, look up Giovanni Battista Belzoni to see how he documented ancient sites.
