Bilder Baron Dominique Vivant Denon (1747–1825) – Egyptian Manuscript Depiction – Monumental Scene with Deities and Rituals – Copperplate Engraving from Voyage dans la Basse et la Haute Égypte (1802)

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This impressive copperplate engraving is part of Baron Dominique Vivant Denon's monumental work Voyage dans la Basse et la Haute Égypte, published in 1802. The scene beautifully illustrates a ceremonial procession inspired by Egyptian manuscripts, depicting deities such as Anubis, Thoth, and Osiris in ritualistic acts. Central to the composition is the weighing of the heart ceremony, symbolizing judgment and passage to the afterlife. Denon, a pioneering French archaeologist and artist, accompanied Napoleon's campaign in Egypt, documenting the ancient ruins and artifacts with extraordinary precision. His engravings are among the first European records of Egyptian monumental art, contributing to the surge of Egyptomania across Europe in the early 19th century.

The exceptional detail and clarity of this engraving reflect Denon's mastery in capturing the essence of Egyptian symbolism, architecture, and hieroglyphics. His work is considered one of the most important early documentations of Egyptian antiquities, setting the foundation for future archaeological exploration.

Provenance:
Published in Voyage dans la Basse et la Haute Égypte by Baron
Dominique Vivant Denon, Paris, 1802.

Artist or Maker:
Baron Dominique Vivant Denon

Dimensions:
29 cm x 75 cm

Medium:
Copperplate Engraving

Date:
1802

Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.