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Lord Carnarvon
Photographic portrait of George Herbert, 5th Earl of Carnarvon (1866-1923), c.1922. Lord Carnarvon was the wealthy, English amateur egyptologist who financed Howard Carters excavations in the Valley of the Kings in 1922-3. He was one of the first people to enter Tutankhamens tomb. Pictured in The Tatler shortly before the tombs historic opening and Carnarvons subsequent death that year. Date: 1923
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Carnarvon Egyptologist Egyptology Excavations Herbert Kings Photographic Tatler Tutankhamen Tutankhamun 1923
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection: a captivating photograph of Lord Carnarvon, the enigmatic 5th Earl of Carnarvon. Taken around 1922, this exquisite portrait by Mary Evans Prints Online captures the essence of this influential figure in Egyptian archaeology. Lord Carnarvon, a wealthy English aristocrat, was a dedicated amateur archaeologist who funded the groundbreaking excavations of Howard Carter in the Valley of the Kings. Bring the allure of ancient Egypt into your home or office with this stunning, rights-managed fine art print. Order yours today and let the intrigue of history unfold before your eyes.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this striking photographic portrait, George Herbert, 5th Earl of Carnarvon (1866-1923) is depicted in the prime of his life, just a year before two of the most significant events in his extraordinary existence. Lord Carnarvon was a wealthy English aristocrat with a profound fascination for ancient Egypt and its mysteries. He became an influential figure in the field of Egyptology through his generous financial support of Howard Carter's excavations in the Valley of the Kings between 1922 and 1923. This portrait, published in The Tatler in 1923, captures the Earl's distinguished appearance and intense focus. With his piercing gaze and well-groomed moustache, Carnarvon exudes an air of determination and affluence. Little did the public know that this image would soon be associated with one of the most groundbreaking discoveries in archaeological history: the opening of Tutankhamun's tomb. Tragically, Lord Carnarvon's life was cut short when he died by suicide or from an infected mosquito bite (theories still persist) shortly after the tomb's discovery. The circumstances surrounding his death fueled intrigue and speculation, adding to the allure of the Egyptian treasures he had helped unearth. This photographic portrait serves as a poignant reminder of Lord Carnarvon's pivotal role in the unveiling of Tutankhamun's tomb and the enduring fascination it continues to hold on the world. The image is a testament to the Earl's passion for Egyptology and the profound impact his financial support had on the field, forever changing the course of archaeological history.
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