• Antique print: Entrance to the caves of Beni Hasan - David Roberts (21x29,7 cm (A4) / 8.3x11.7″). Lithograph by David Roberts showing the entrance to the temple of Beni Hasan, with massive columns, carvings, and a group of goats in the foreground.
  • Antique print: Entrance to the caves of Beni Hasan - David Roberts. Lithograph by David Roberts showing the entrance to the temple of Beni Hasan, with massive columns, carvings, and a group of goats in the foreground.
  • Antique print: Entrance to the caves of Beni Hasan - David Roberts. Lithograph by David Roberts showing the entrance to the temple of Beni Hasan, with massive columns, carvings, and a group of goats in the foreground.
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Antique print: Entrance to the caves of Beni Hasan - David Roberts

Antique print: Entrance to the caves of Beni Hasan - David Roberts

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This faithful reproduction of a lithograph by David Roberts depicts the monumental entrance of the caves of Beni Hasan. The scene emphasizes the proto-Doric structure of the columns carved directly into the rock, embellished with details of local pastoral life with the presence of a herd of goats in the foreground, creating a contrast between the antique and the everyday.

Produced during the artist's expedition to Egypt in 1838, this plate illustrates the rock-cut necropolises of the Middle Kingdom. Roberts' work is renowned for its ability to blend archaeological accuracy with a picturesque atmosphere, immortalizing sites then little documented by European travelers in a subtle chromatic rendering.

Ideal for enthusiasts of antiquity and classical architecture, this illustration brings a historical and scholarly dimension to a collection. It constitutes a precious visual testimony on the roots of Egyptian art and the rediscovery of the treasures of the Nile Valley.

About this print

The layout and composition of this reproduction have been the subject of our greatest attention.

  • Respect for the format of the original work: in order to faithfully transcribe the artist's intention, the work is not cropped/re-cut except in extreme cases (obvious imperfection, geometry problem, etc.) in which case the cropping will be as light as possible.
  • The presence of white margins is sometimes necessary in order to present the work in a balanced manner.
  • Each size offered has been specifically composed, therefore, the size of the white margins may vary from one print size to another. Remember to check this detail carefully!
  • Print only, frame not included!

Features

  • Premium 200gsm matte white paper, durable and strong.
  • Natural, smooth uncoated finish, silky to the touch
  • FSC certified paper or equivalent certifications depending on regional availability.
  • Each print is shipped in sturdy packaging, ensuring safe transport.
  • Each print is printed and shipped on demand. No minimum order quantity is required.
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