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Dominique Vivant Denon - The Temple at Apollinopolis Magna - Etfu - Egypt - Engraving originates from ”Journey to Lower and Upper Egypt” by Dominique Vivant published in London, 1809. ”Journey to Lower and Upper Egypt” is a fascinating travelogue written by Dominique Vivant Denon. The book tells about the author's personal journey to Egypt at the end of the 18th century, describing the wonders and mysteries of Lower and Upper Egypt.Dominique Vivant Denon (1747-1825) was a French artist, writer, diplomat, and archaeologist, best known as Napoleon’s director of the Louvre Museum and a key figure in preserving and documenting Egypt’s antiquities during the French expedition.Artist or MakerDominique Vivant DenonMediumengravingDate1809