1832 Wood Engraving Colossi Memnon Whistling Statue Egyptian Landmark XGGD1 XEU5 This is an original 1938

This is an original 1938 black and white print ad for Corning Glass Research Works out of Corning

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Governor-General of Ireland

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1832 Wood Engraving Colossi Memnon Whistling Statue Egyptian Landmark XGGD1 XEU5 This is an original 1938This is an original 1832 monochrome wood engraving of the Colossi of Memnon, enormous statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III located in the Theban necropolis in Egypt. Ever since an earthquake damaged the eastern statue, it has been known to whistle, or sing, with the wind. CONDITION This 179+ year old Item is rated Near Mint Very Fine+. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Product Type: