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Lot #24: Howard Carter Signed Chromolithograph of the Pharoah Aahmes -- Beautiful and Rare

Description

Very rare Howard Carter signed chromolithograph of the Egyptian pharoah Aahmes, published by McLagan & Cumming, circa 1904. Carter, the archaeologist and Egyptologist who discovered King Tut's tomb, here signs the lower border in pencil, ''Howard Carter''. This and other chromolithograph plates by McLagan & Cumming were used in works regarding the excavations at the Valley of the Kings, rare in their own right, with an example signed by Carter very scarce. Measures 7.75'' x 10.75''. Pristine, near fine condition.
Final Bid (Includes Buyers Premium):$3,125
Minimum Bid:$2,500
Number of Bids:1