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Building the Pyramids, 1844. Creator: Unknown
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Building the Pyramids, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Building the Pyramids, 1844. Diagram showing the possible method of construction of the Egyptian Pyramids. Mr Perigal supposes the vast stones of which thepyramids were built to have been raised to theirseveral positions by successive tiltings...The first " purchase" he concludes to have been obtained by removing the earth, beneath the stone to be raised, to the extent of one half, and then lowering the huge block into the space so formed, by the weight of a labourer placed on its unsupported end. After each tilt, he imagines the height gained, to have been secured by the insertion of a board of hard wood, or a slab of metal, of a size corresponding with that of the stone to be raised. When the stone had, in this way, attained the desired height, he considers it to have been forwarded to its destination on rollers.From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol V
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. This print takes us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into the mysterious construction of the Egyptian pyramids. Created by an unknown artist and featured in "Illustrated London News" this engraving showcases a diagram depicting one possible method of pyramid construction. According to Mr. Perigal's theory, these colossal stone structures were erected through successive tiltings. The process began with excavating half of the earth beneath each stone block, creating space for it to be lowered using manpower alone. To secure each tilt and gain height, sturdy boards or metal slabs were inserted beneath them. As we study this image closely, we witness ancient builders diligently working on-site in Mizraim (ancient Egypt). Their occupation required immense skill and precision as they maneuvered massive stones using rollers along predetermined paths towards their final destinations. The Victorian era viewers who encountered this print would have marveled at both its historical significance and technological ingenuity. It serves as a testament to human innovation even centuries ago when advanced machinery was non-existent. Today, this photograph print from Heritage Images allows us to appreciate not only the architectural prowess of our ancestors but also their unwavering determination to construct enduring monuments that continue to captivate our imaginations.
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