Lord Carnarvon preparing to reach the Valley of the Tombs of
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Lord Carnarvon preparing to reach the Valley of the Tombs of
Photograph taken of the afternoon of Lord Carnarvons return to Luxor, when he set out to pay his first visit to King Tutankhamens tomb in the Valley of the Tombs of the Kings. Date: 17th Febrary 1923, p161
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Afternoon Carnarvon Kings Luxor Preparing Reach Return Tomb Tombs Tutankhamen Tutankhamens 1923
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This evocative photograph captures the moment of anticipation and excitement as the 5th Earl of Carnarvon, Howard Carter, and their team prepare to make their way to the recently discovered tomb of King Tutankhamen in the Valley of the Tombs of the Kings, Luxor, Egypt, on the afternoon of February 17, 1923. Lord Carnarvon, dressed in a suit and hat, stands at the head of the group, looking determined and focused. Carter, his archaeologist, stands to his right, holding a lantern and pointing the way. The tomb, which had been sealed for over 3,000 years, had been discovered just a few weeks earlier, on November 4, 1922, and the world was eagerly awaiting the findings from within its walls. This historic moment marked the beginning of the exploration and study of one of the most famous tombs in history, revealing treasures and artifacts that have since captivated the imagination of people around the world. The discovery of King Tutankhamen's tomb has continued to shape our understanding of ancient Egyptian civilization and culture, and this photograph serves as a reminder of the excitement and importance of the archaeological discoveries of the past.
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