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Death of the Pharaoh's Firstborn Son
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The Egyptian Widow
Lawrence Alma-Tadema
1872 · Oil Paint, Panel
A poignant and highly detailed scene of mourning set within the architectural grandeur of ancient Egypt.
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Where it works
A substantial, grounding work with warm, lived-in color — brings a composed sense of weight.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Works well when the wall can carry a broader statement
- Walls
- Reads strongest when the wall gives it contrast
- Color notes
- Deep burgundy, Rich brown, Dusty pink
About the piece
Painted in 1872 by Lawrence Alma-Tadema, this work captures a mourning widow beside the sarcophagus of her husband. The artist's renowned technical precision is evident in the intricate hieroglyphics, patterned columns, and realistic textures of the temple setting, reflecting the Victorian fascination with Egyptology and classical antiquity.
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