Statues of Memnon, Thebes. Dec. 4th, 1838. (1846-1849)

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David Roberts' painting "Statues of Memnon, Thebes. Dec. 4th, 1838" captures a serene and timeless view of one of ancient Egypt's most iconic landmarks: the Colossi of Memnon. These imposing stone statues represent Pharaoh Amenhotep III and have stood for millennia on the Theban necropolis, west of the River Nile from modern-day Luxor.Rendered with exquisite detail in this lithograph, Roberts places us in a vast and open landscape, under the expanse of a soft, light sky that suggests the quiet dawn of a typical Egyptian day. The Colossi, dramatically large and contemplative, dominate the horizon. They are depicted amidst the barren desert plains, portraying both the grandeur and isolation of these monumental figures.A small group of travelers on camel back, possibly exploring or on a pilgrimage, are shown near the base of the statues, providing a sense of scale and life to the otherwise still composition. This detail enriches the artwork, offering a glimpse into the enduring fascination and reverence for Egypt’s ancient civilizations.

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David Roberts (24 October 1796 – 25 November 1864) was a Scottish painter. He is especially known for The Holy Land, Syria, Idumea, Arabia, Egypt, and Nubia, a prolific series of detailed lithograph prints of Egypt and the Near East that he produced from sketches he made during long tours of the region (1838–1840). These and his large oil paintings of similar subjects made him a prominent Orientalist painter. He was elected as a Royal Academician in 1841.