Lehnert & Landrock - Memphis & Sakkara
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Lehnert & Landrock produced Memphis & Sakkara, a complete set of 10 historical black-and-white silver gelatin prints (unsigned) dating from ca. 1920–1940, each about 9.5 × 6.5 cm, with the original publisher’s cover still present.
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Memphis & Sakkara – 10 historical photographs – Lehnert & Landrock, Cairo
Rare, fully preserved set of 10 historic black-and-white photographs from Egypt, including the original publisher’s cover.
Published by the renowned photography publisher Lehnert & Landrock, Cairo, known for its historical photographs from Egypt and the Middle East.
The collection bears the original title:
“10 Snaps – MEMPHIS & SAKKARA – Real Photos”
The photographs depict significant archaeological monuments and historic sites of the ancient Egyptian cities of Memphis and Sakkara.
Among others, the following motifs are included:
The famous Alabaster Sphinx of Memphis, surrounded by palm trees.
The monumental lying statue of Ramses II.
The Step Pyramid of the Pharaoh Djoser in Sakkara.
The Temple of King Zoser (Djoser).
Historical burial chambers and sarcophagi.
Ancient Egyptian wall reliefs depicting shipbuilding, agriculture, animals and everyday scenes.
Some photographs still carry the original English captions.
Collection information
Publisher: Lehnert & Landrock, Cairo
Title: Memphis & Sakkara – 10 Snaps
Origin: Egypt
Date: presumably ca. 1920–1940
Quantity: 10 photographs
Format: each about 9.5 × 6.5 cm
Technique: historic black-and-white photographs, per original cover “Real Photos”
Original cover: present
Completeness: 10 of 10 photographs
Condition
In age-appropriate good condition.
The photographs show minor age-related signs of wear, partly curved photo paper, and slight discolorations. The original paper cover also shows age-related marks.
Please note the numerous photos that are part of the condition description.
Collector’s value
An interesting historical photo collection from the early era of Egyptian tourism.
Particularly appealing are the original views of important archaeological sites, the well-known Cairo publisher Lehnert & Landrock, and the completely preserved series with original cover.
A beautiful collectible for enthusiasts of historical photography, Egyptology, archaeology and old travel mementos.
The complete set with all 10 photographs and the original publisher’s cover is sold.
Memphis & Sakkara – 10 historical photographs – Lehnert & Landrock, Cairo
Rare, fully preserved set of 10 historic black-and-white photographs from Egypt, including the original publisher’s cover.
Published by the renowned photography publisher Lehnert & Landrock, Cairo, known for its historical photographs from Egypt and the Middle East.
The collection bears the original title:
“10 Snaps – MEMPHIS & SAKKARA – Real Photos”
The photographs depict significant archaeological monuments and historic sites of the ancient Egyptian cities of Memphis and Sakkara.
Among others, the following motifs are included:
The famous Alabaster Sphinx of Memphis, surrounded by palm trees.
The monumental lying statue of Ramses II.
The Step Pyramid of the Pharaoh Djoser in Sakkara.
The Temple of King Zoser (Djoser).
Historical burial chambers and sarcophagi.
Ancient Egyptian wall reliefs depicting shipbuilding, agriculture, animals and everyday scenes.
Some photographs still carry the original English captions.
Collection information
Publisher: Lehnert & Landrock, Cairo
Title: Memphis & Sakkara – 10 Snaps
Origin: Egypt
Date: presumably ca. 1920–1940
Quantity: 10 photographs
Format: each about 9.5 × 6.5 cm
Technique: historic black-and-white photographs, per original cover “Real Photos”
Original cover: present
Completeness: 10 of 10 photographs
Condition
In age-appropriate good condition.
The photographs show minor age-related signs of wear, partly curved photo paper, and slight discolorations. The original paper cover also shows age-related marks.
Please note the numerous photos that are part of the condition description.
Collector’s value
An interesting historical photo collection from the early era of Egyptian tourism.
Particularly appealing are the original views of important archaeological sites, the well-known Cairo publisher Lehnert & Landrock, and the completely preserved series with original cover.
A beautiful collectible for enthusiasts of historical photography, Egyptology, archaeology and old travel mementos.
The complete set with all 10 photographs and the original publisher’s cover is sold.
Details
Artist
Lehnert & Landrock
Sold by
Owner or reseller
Title of artwork
Memphis & Sakkara
Condition
Original State
Technique
Gelatin-silver print
Height
6.5 cm
Width
9.5 cm
Signature
Not signed
Genre
Documentary photography
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