Description
This Egyptian papyrus artwork depicts the mask of an ancient Pharaoh, rendered in bold cobalt blue with luminous highlights. Painted on authentic handmade papyrus, the piece blends tradition with a modern artistic palette. The texture of the papyrus contrasts beautifully with the deep royal blue matting and Greek key-style gilt frame, creating a museum-quality presentation.
The piece is signed in Arabic script in the lower corner, suggesting it was created by a contemporary Egyptian papyrus artist, likely during the late 20th century (c. 1980s-1990s). Papyrus paintings were especially popular souvenirs from Egypt during this time, valued both as decorative art and as expressions of ancient Egyptian heritage. It is an example of:Egyptian papyrus painting, blue pharaoh artwork, framed Egyptian art, Tutankhamun mask painting, cobalt blue wall art, vintage papyrus print, Egyptian souvenir art, neoclassical Egyptian decor.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Artist: Signed in Arabic (likely Egyptian papyrus painter "Nader")
Medium: Hand-painted gouache/acrylic on papyrus
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, ready to hang: Pharaoh Mask in Blue
Medium: Hand-painted gouache/acrylic on papyrus
Age: Circa 1980s-1990s
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, ready to hang
Origin:
Egypt
Materials & Techniques:
Egyptian, Natural Fiber, Paint, Paper
Details:
Art Subjects: Portrait
Frame Type: Framed
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Egypt
The piece is signed in Arabic script in the lower corner, suggesting it was created by a contemporary Egyptian papyrus artist, likely during the late 20th century (c. 1980s-1990s). Papyrus paintings were especially popular souvenirs from Egypt during this time, valued both as decorative art and as expressions of ancient Egyptian heritage. It is an example of:Egyptian papyrus painting, blue pharaoh artwork, framed Egyptian art, Tutankhamun mask painting, cobalt blue wall art, vintage papyrus print, Egyptian souvenir art, neoclassical Egyptian decor.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Artist: Signed in Arabic (likely Egyptian papyrus painter "Nader")
Medium: Hand-painted gouache/acrylic on papyrus
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, ready to hang: Pharaoh Mask in Blue
Medium: Hand-painted gouache/acrylic on papyrus
Age: Circa 1980s-1990s
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, ready to hang
Origin:
Egypt
Materials & Techniques:
Egyptian, Natural Fiber, Paint, Paper
Details:
Art Subjects: Portrait
Frame Type: Framed
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Egypt
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Artist: Signed in Arabic (likely Egyptian papyrus painter "Nader")
Medium: Hand-painted gouache/acrylic on papyrus
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, ready to hang: Pharaoh Mask in Blue
Medium: Hand-painted gouache/acrylic on papyrus
Age: Circa 1980s-1990s
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, ready to hang
Medium: Hand-painted gouache/acrylic on papyrus
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, ready to hang: Pharaoh Mask in Blue
Medium: Hand-painted gouache/acrylic on papyrus
Age: Circa 1980s-1990s
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, ready to hang
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
20 x 16 x 1 in
Framed Egyptian Papyrus Painting - Blue Pharaoh Mask
Estimate $280-$490
Starting Bid
$140
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