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Karnak Egypt Postcard The New Statues LL Luxor. — The New Statues.'. SEE MULTIPLE SCANS OF ITEM. This antique postcard features a striking black and white image titled 'Karnak. — The New Statues.' capturing the monumental grandeur of ancient Egyptian sculpture. The photograph depicts two massive figures at the Karnak Temple Complex in Luxor, showcasing intricate hieroglyphic carvings on the surrounding stone blocks and the statues themselves. The detail in the stone texture and the preservation of the pharaonic features offer a glimpse into the archaeological discoveries of the early 20th century. Produced by the renowned publisher LL (Lévy fils & Cie), this card is a classic example of early travel photography from the Golden Age of postcards. The reverse side features a green-tinted 'Union Postale Universelle' layout with divided back, common for the era. This piece serves as a historical record of the Karnak ruins and is an excellent addition for collectors of Egyptology, archaeological history, or vintage Middle Eastern travel ephemera. SHIPPING COST: ALL ORDERS ARE EXPIDITED, ORDERS ARE TYPICALLY SHIPPED WITHIN TWO HOURS OF MY RECEIPT OF PAYMENT UNLESS I AM OUT OF TOWN SOURCING NEW ITEMS OR MY STORE IS IN VACATION MODE BOTH OF THESE MITIGATING FACTORS ARE RARE. SEE MULTIPLE SCANS OF ITEM. Please use eBay magnifier for a more detailed view of the item. CONDITION: Moderate wear and some soiling. Combined shipping always available on multiple items. PLEASE USE THE E-BAY SHOPPING CART AS IT MAKES COMBINED SHIPPING EASIER TO SEE. Thank you! I have a great passion for collecting postcards, photographs and ephemera. My store offers many rare and hard to find items as well as always being able to guarantee their authenticity as vintage and genuine. Each week I will be posting rare, unusual, high-quality and unique items for the advanced, intermediate and beginning collector. Our items are ALWAYS vintage. Please bookmark our store and I look forward to helping you build your collections!