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Entrance to the Temple of Rameses III, Medinet Aobu, Egypt: 1628

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Titles

Entrance to the Temple of Rameses III, Medinet Aobu, Egypt

Maker(s)

Draughtsman: Weston, G. F.

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Measurements and weight

Height: 280 mm
Width: 200 mm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1933-05) by Benson, Robert, Lt. Col.

Dating

1840s
Production date: circa AD 1845

School or Style

British

Materials used in production

Watercolour
White bodycolour
Graphite

Components of the work

Support composed of paper

Techniques used in production

Watercolour : Watercolour with white highlights, over graphite on paper

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: Pylon Medinet abou
  • Location: Lower left
  • Method of creation: Graphite

Identification numbers

Accession number: 1628
Primary reference Number: 14338

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Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Wednesday 15 October 2025

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Paintings, Drawings and Prints

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