Untitled [Roman Kiosk of Qertassi]

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  • Reference
      GB 247 Dougan 105/54
  • Dates of Creation
      185-
  • Language of Material
      English
  • Physical Description
      Salted paper print 19.4 x 24.5 cm. Little if any fading and tear bottom right edge

Scope and Content

Salted paper print of remains of Roman Kiosk of Qertassi, Aswan by unknown photographer. There look to be six columns and only one of the stone beams is supported. The two central columns which may have been the gateway have a face carved near the top, described as Hathor-headed, and the others have elaborate capitals. The ground is strewn with rocks and the river Nile is on the right with darker trees along far bank in background.

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