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Pyramid Observatory

Astronomer-priests of Ancient Egypt take advantage of the unique facilities of the Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops) using it as an observatory

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Advantage Astronomer Astronomy Cheops Facilities Khufu Observatory Priests Pyramid Unique

22"x18" Modern Frame

Discover the mystical allure of ancient Egypt with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image of "Pyramid Observatory" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This masterpiece transports us back in time, where astronomer-priests made the most of the unique facilities of the Great Pyramid of Khufu, using it as an observatory. Let this beautifully framed print add an enchanting touch to your living space, igniting conversations about the wonders of our ancient past.

20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")

Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")

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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> Africa > Egypt > Related Images

> Historic > Egyptian pyramids and tombs

EDITORS COMMENTS
This image transports us back in time to ancient Egypt, circa 2880 BC, where the astronomer-priests of the Old Kingdom took full advantage of the unique facilities of the Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops) for astronomical observations. The Great Pyramid, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, was not only a tomb for the Pharaoh but also a remarkable architectural and scientific achievement. The pyramid's precise alignment with the stars and celestial bodies was no mere coincidence. The ancient Egyptians, with their advanced knowledge of mathematics and astronomy, intentionally designed the pyramid to serve as an observatory. The narrow, sloping passageways within the pyramid, known as the Grand Gallery, were believed to have been used to study the movements of the stars and planets. In this photograph, we can see the awe-inspiring interior of the Grand Gallery, with its smooth, polished walls reflecting the soft glow of the sunlight filtering in through the narrow ventilation shafts. The ancient astronomer-priests, dressed in their ceremonial attire, would have gathered here to study the movements of the stars and planets, using their intricate knowledge of astronomy to make accurate predictions and maintain the religious and administrative calendars. The Great Pyramid of Khufu remains a testament to the ingenuity and scientific prowess of the ancient Egyptians. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into their world, where science, religion, and architecture were intertwined, and the wonders of the universe were explored through the unique facilities of this magnificent structure.

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