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Figure of an Ancient Egyptian brewer pressing out fermented bread in a basket, c1910
Figure of an Ancient Egyptian brewer pressing out fermented bread in a basket. Beer drained through into the pot beneath. This figure from the Ancient Egyptian city of Saqqarah is in the Cairo Museum. Photograph taken c1910
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Media ID 14849429
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14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures a fascinating glimpse into the ancient brewing practices of Ancient Egypt. The image showcases a male figure, believed to be an Egyptian brewer, diligently pressing out fermented bread in a basket. As he works, the beer drains through into a pot placed beneath. The figure is an artifact from the city of Saqqarah and can be found today in the esteemed Cairo Museum. This particular photograph was taken around 1910, offering us a rare window into this ancient craft over a century ago. The scene evokes curiosity about the intricate process involved in brewing beer during that time period. It highlights not only the importance of bread as a key ingredient but also emphasizes how central beer was to their culture and daily life. The monochrome aesthetic adds an air of mystery and timelessness to this snapshot from history. It transports us back to an era where men like this brewer dedicated themselves to perfecting their craft. As we gaze upon this print, we are reminded of Egypt's rich heritage and its contributions to human civilization throughout centuries. It serves as both an educational tool for understanding our past and as a work of art capturing one man's laborious task within his cultural context.
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