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This painting is part of a series created by American artist Elihu Vedder during his extended journey through Egypt. It beautifully showcases the artist’s skill in depicting architectural structures and landscapes. In particular, we can see the distant Colossi of Memnon — two statues of Amenhotep III located near Luxor.
The painting emanates a pleasant sense of calm and comfort. Warm tones, soft lines achieved through watercolor, and the lack of excessive detail all contribute to this feeling. At the same time, the work feels like a portal to the past, where only nature reigns — enveloping everything from the sky to man-made monuments.