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Dominique Vivant Denon (1747–1825) – Temple of Apollinopolis Magna in Edfu – Engraving (1809) - This antique engraving is from Dominique Vivant Denon’s Voyage dans la Basse et la Haute Égypte pendant les campagnes de Bonaparte, published by Samuel Bagster in London in 1809. The work presents the Temple of Apollinopolis Magna (modern-day Edfu), one of the most significant and best-preserved sanctuaries of Ptolemaic Egypt. The composition showcases the monumental pylons and the grand hypostyle hall, all rendered with archaeological precision and atmospheric detail.Dominique Vivant Denon (1747–1825) was a French artist, writer, diplomat, and archaeologist. As a close associate of Napoleon Bonaparte, Denon accompanied the Egyptian campaign (1798–1801) and was tasked with recording the country's antiquities. His engravings played a critical role in stimulating European interest in Egyptology and laid the groundwork for future archaeological study.Artist or Maker: Dominique Vivant DenonDimensions: 30 cm x 48 cmMedium: EngravingDate: 1809Condition 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.