Tombs near Esna, Egypt – Nile Landscape by Norden, Copper Engraving 1755

€ 600

Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)

Date: 1755
Mapmaker / artist: Frederik Ludvig Norden, after Marcus Tuscher, Denmark, 1755
Technique: Copper engraving
Sheet size: 29 × 44.6 cm (11.4 × 17.6 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-14183-5

What the condition grades mean

Excellent: Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good: Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good: Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair: Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.

Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.

Condition

Light browning and occasional spotting. Impression remains crisp.

About this sheet

Tombs near Esna, Egypt – Nile Landscape by Norden, Copper Engraving 1755
This panoramic view presents the tombs near the city of Esna, set within a broad Nile landscape. Norden’s composition emphasizes spatial depth, with clustered funerary structures embedded into the terrain and distant hills anchoring the horizon.

Published in 1755, the plate exemplifies Norden’s ability to merge archaeological observation with atmospheric landscape drawing. The scene records ancient burial grounds as part of a living geography, rather than isolating them as detached ruins.

The engraving is particularly attractive for interior display due to its calm rhythm, balanced proportions, and expansive sky.

Condition report:
Light browning and occasional spotting. Impression remains crisp.

Framing tips:
Wide matting recommended; suits gilt, ebonized, or soft gray frames.