Egyptian Tree of Life Painting
Hand-painted on hand made authentic Egyptian papyrus, this unframed artwork is over 30 years old. It was obtained on a trip to Luxor Egypt and is approximately 13.25" x 17". This painting depicts the Tree of Life.
On the Tree Of Life, the birds represent the various stages of human life. Infancy, childhood, youth, adulthood and maturity. Each bird progressively gets larger with each phase. Because every soul has significance on earth and purpose, the tree with fruits is depicted, ready to be harvested at each age of man.
In ancient Egypt, the direction east was considered the direction of life, because the sun rose in the east. West was considered the direction of death, of entering the underworld, because the sun set in the west. They believed that during the night, the sun traveled through the underworld to make its way back to the east so it could rise in the east again on the next day.
On the tree of life, note that the birds representing the first four phases of life all face to the east, but the bird representing old age faces to the west, anticipating the approach of death. In legend, it is told that the first couple, Isis and Osiris sprang from the ancient Acacia tree.
On the Tree Of Life, the birds represent the various stages of human life. Infancy, childhood, youth, adulthood and maturity. Each bird progressively gets larger with each phase. Because every soul has significance on earth and purpose, the tree with fruits is depicted, ready to be harvested at each age of man.
In ancient Egypt, the direction east was considered the direction of life, because the sun rose in the east. West was considered the direction of death, of entering the underworld, because the sun set in the west. They believed that during the night, the sun traveled through the underworld to make its way back to the east so it could rise in the east again on the next day.
On the tree of life, note that the birds representing the first four phases of life all face to the east, but the bird representing old age faces to the west, anticipating the approach of death. In legend, it is told that the first couple, Isis and Osiris sprang from the ancient Acacia tree.
$
200.00
Hand-painted on hand made authentic Egyptian papyrus, this unframed artwork is over 30 years old. It was obtained on a trip to Luxor Egypt and is approximately 13" x 18". Cleopatra commissioned many portraits of herself in the traditional Egyptian style.
In February 2007, a recently discovered coin bearing a portrait of Cleopatra went on display at Newcastle University in England, sparking new debate on her beauty (or lack thereof).
The controversy is perhaps best addressed in a statement by Lucius Plutarchus. In his A.D. 75 Life of Antony, he tells us, "Her actual beauty...was not so remarkable that none could be compared with her, or that no one could see her without being struck by it, but the contact of her presence...was irresistible.... The character that attended all she said or did was something bewitching."
In February 2007, a recently discovered coin bearing a portrait of Cleopatra went on display at Newcastle University in England, sparking new debate on her beauty (or lack thereof).
The controversy is perhaps best addressed in a statement by Lucius Plutarchus. In his A.D. 75 Life of Antony, he tells us, "Her actual beauty...was not so remarkable that none could be compared with her, or that no one could see her without being struck by it, but the contact of her presence...was irresistible.... The character that attended all she said or did was something bewitching."
$
200.00
Egyptian Ramses II and Khnum Painting
Hand-painted on hand made authentic Egyptian papyrus, this unframed artwork is over 30 years old. It was obtained on a trip to Luxor Egypt and is approximately 12" x 16.5". This painting depicts One of Egypt's greatest pharaohs, Ramses the Second, who ruled Egypt for more than 66 years (1279 B.C. - 1213 B.C.). He is shown giving offerings of Lotus flowers, oil, and perfumes to the ram headed god of creation, Khnum.
Ramses took the throne when he was 25 years of age and lived to be 92. He had numerous wives and was believed to have over 100 children, but his queen and consort was the one and only beautiful queen Nefertari.
Ramses took the throne when he was 25 years of age and lived to be 92. He had numerous wives and was believed to have over 100 children, but his queen and consort was the one and only beautiful queen Nefertari.
$
150.00
Egyptian Maat and Hathor Goddesses Painting
Hand-painted on hand made authentic Egyptian papyrus, this unframed artwork is over 30 years old. It was obtained on a trip to Luxor Egypt and is approximately 12.5" x 16". This painting is an exact replica of the 33 centuries old original scene discovered in the tomb of Queen Nefertari.
This painting depicts Maat, the goddess of Truth and Justice (left) and Hathor the goddess of Love, Happiness, Music and Dancing.The role of these two goddesses was to protect and guide the queen through a long dangerous journey leading her to Eternal Life.
This painting depicts Maat, the goddess of Truth and Justice (left) and Hathor the goddess of Love, Happiness, Music and Dancing.The role of these two goddesses was to protect and guide the queen through a long dangerous journey leading her to Eternal Life.
$
100.00
"Daffodils" Lithograph by Mary Lou Goertzen
This collectible lithograph is by American artist "Mary Lou Goertzen," a peace activist and Mennonite born in 1929. Her artwork is renowned worldwide and is immortalized on Block Spal China. She continues to paint in her home town, Deadwood Creek, Oregon. This piece is double matted and measures 16" x 20" framed. Frame is included for local sale only. Detailed pictures will be sent upon request. Lithograph will be removed from frame and rolled for shipment.
$
200.00
Paul Whitney Hunter Squirrel Lithograph
This 11" x 14" vintage lithograph is by the well known nature artist "Paul Whitney Hunter." Pictures reflect it's age and condition. The stamps on this lithograph read " ⓒ STAPCO N.Y. NO. 1-3538 " and " LITHO IN U.S.A." It has a minor imperfection and detailed pictures will be sent upon request. Lithograph will be rolled for shipment.
$
50.00
1907 "Ready for the Road" Book Plate By Harrison Fisher
This piece is by Harrison Fisher and the copyright reads "1906 by P.F. Collier & Son." This plate comes from the 1908 book "Thirty Favorite Paintings" published by P.F. Collier. The piece is dated 1907 (in print) by the artist. Litho measures 10.75" x 15.5" and will be rolled for shipment. Detailed pictures will be sent upon request.
$
50.00
1907 "How Pleasant It Is To Have Money" Book Plate By Harrison Fisher
This piece is by Harrison Fisher and the copyright reads "1907 by P.F. Collier & Son." This features Fisher's "It" Girl, Dorothy Gibson who was his first and most featured model. She was a known silent actress, vaudeville singer/ dancer and a chorus member at the Hippodrome Theatre. She performed in (as herself) and wrote a scenario for "Saved from the Titanic" shortly after arriving in NY on the rescue ship "Carpathia." The movie was released only a month after the ship's sinking and all existing copies were destroyed in the 1914 fire at Eclair Studios. This plate also comes from the 1908 book "Thirty Favorite Paintings" published by P.F. Collier. Litho measures 10.75" x 15.5" and will be rolled for shipment. It has water damage that is not visible when matted. Detailed pictures will be provided upon request.
$
75.00
1977 Maher Raheem Lithograph
This is a 1977 piece by Mrs. Maher Raheem, a Pakistani artist from Saudi Arabia. Saudi art had minimal exposure until a 2008 government supported initiative headed by King Abdullah. The market has increased significantly and Saudi Artwork has become quite desirable. This lithograph measures 22" x 17" and will be rolled for shipment. It has a minor imperfection and detailed pictures will be sent upon request.
$
50.00
1974 Maher Raheem Lithograph
This is a 1974 piece by Mrs. Maher Raheem, a Pakistani artist from Saudi Arabia. Saudi art had minimal exposure until a 2008 government supported initiative headed by King Abdullah. The market has increased significantly and Saudi Artwork has become quite desirable. This lithograph measures 22.5" x 17" and will be rolled for shipment. Detailed pictures will be sent upon request.
$
75.00
