Views of Europe · 18th century
€ 740
One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.
Even toning with light scattered spotting. Strong plate impression.
Island of Philae from the First Cataract – Norden Egypt Engraving 1755
This dramatic river view shows the Island of Philae as it appears when departing the First Cataract of the Nile. The temple complex is framed by rocky banks and open water, capturing one of ancient Egypt’s most sacred sites before modern alterations.
Norden’s depiction predates later 19th-century documentation and is valued for its early and relatively unromanticized portrayal of Philae. The plate combines navigational perspective with architectural clarity.
Condition report:
Even toning with light scattered spotting. Strong plate impression. Ready for framing.
Framing tips:
A museum-style mat with a restrained gilt or bronze frame enhances the monumentality.
Technique: Copper engraving
Maker: Frederik Ludvig Norden, after Marcus Tuscher, Denmark, 1755
