Francis Bedford (1815-94)
The Great Propylon of the Temple at Edfou [Pylon of the Temple of Horus, Edfu] 14 Mar 1862
Albumen print, mounted on card | 23.4 x 29.0 cm (image) | RCIN 2700875
![The Great Propylon of the Temple at Edfou [Pylon of the Temple of Horus, Edfu]](https://col.rct.uk/sites/default/files/styles/rctr-scale-1300-500/public/collection-online/d/2/335728-1351701795.jpg?itok=5c6jO98o "The Great Propylon of the Temple at Edfou [Pylon of the Temple of Horus, Edfu]")
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Edfu is the site of an important temple complex to the falcon-headed god Horus, constructed between 237 and 51 BC. The main gateway, properly known as the First Pylon, is covered in carvings showing the Pharaoh Ptolemy XII defeating his enemies in the presence of the god Horus and goddess Hathor, both of whom appear twice, on either side of the gateway. The photograph is signed, captioned and dated in the negative, 'F Bedford Edfou'. The number in the Day & Son series is 22.
Provenance
Acquired by the Prince of Wales (later King Edward VII), 1862
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print, mounted on card
Measurements
23.4 x 29.0 cm (image)
46.9 x 58.4 cm (mount)
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