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The Great Rock Temple at Abou Simbel (Main View)

Francis Frith

The J. Paul Getty Museum

The J. Paul Getty Museum
Los Angeles, United States

Two men are at the base of the facade of a rock-cut, ancient Egyptian temple, where a number of Pharaoh-like seated figures can be seen. A double view intended for stereoscope use, mounted within a book.

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  • Title: The Great Rock Temple at Abou Simbel (Main View)
  • Creator: Francis Frith
  • Date Created: 1859–1860
  • Location Created: London, England
  • Physical Dimensions: 7.2 × 14.5 cm (2 13/16 × 5 11/16 in.)
  • Type: Print
  • External Link: Find out more about this object on the Museum website.
  • Medium: Tinted albumen silver print
  • Terms of Use: Open Content
  • Number: 84.XB.1346.80
  • Culture: English
  • Credit Line: The J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles
  • Creator Display Name: Francis Frith (English, 1822 - 1898)
  • Classification: Photographs (Visual Works)
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