DUPLICATE OF ART-0039 - El Shami Nile Etching

A copper plate etching by El Shami depicting the Nile River with sailboats and Egyptian ruins.

History & Background

Copper etching is an intaglio printmaking technique involving incising a design into a copper plate using acid. The plate is inked and pressed onto paper, creating a detailed image with rich tonal range. Scenes of Egypt, particularly its ancient ruins and river life, were a popular subject for 19th-century artists fueled by European fascination with the region. Artists extensively documented Egyptian landscapes and monuments, inspiring many printmakers to produce works depicting the exotic allure of the Nile and its surroundings.

• Time Period: Late 19th Century
• Origin: Egypt