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Library of Alexandria
Ptolemy I Soter inaugurates the great library at Alexandria Date: circa 370 BC
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Alexandria Inaugurates Ptolemy Soter
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 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a pivotal moment in history - the inauguration of the great Library of Alexandria by Ptolemy I Soter around 370 BC. The Library, located in Egypt, was not only a center for knowledge and learning but also a symbol of cultural richness and intellectual curiosity.
In this image, we see Ptolemy I Soter standing proudly as he inaugurates the library, surrounded by scholars and dignitaries who are eager to explore the vast collection of scrolls and manuscripts housed within its walls. The architecture of the library itself is awe-inspiring, with grand columns and intricate carvings that speak to the sophistication and grandeur of ancient Egyptian civilization.
As we gaze upon this scene from centuries past, we are reminded of the importance of preserving knowledge and fostering a love for learning. The Library of Alexandria was not just a repository for books; it was a beacon of enlightenment that attracted scholars from all corners of the known world.
Through this photo print, we are transported back in time to witness one of history's most significant events - the birth of a legendary institution that would shape our understanding of science, philosophy, literature, and art for generations to come.
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