Temple of Luxor
Title
Temple of Luxor
Date
c. 1570-1085 BCE
Identifier
1734
Alternative Title or Name
Courtyard of Amenophis III
Work Type
built works
Work Location
Egypt (nation)
Luxor (inhabited place)
Style/Period
New Kingdom (Egyptian)
Subject
temples (buildings)
courtyards
Amenhotep III--King of Egypt
capitals (column components)
columns (architectural elements)
Description
View of columns with closed papyrus capitals in the courtyard of Amenhotep III (Amenophis III), at the Temple of Luxor. "Luxor was an important political and religious center since it was part of the ancient city of Thebes, the capital of Egypt. The Temple of Luxor, located near the banks of the Nile, was dedicated to the veneration of Amon (who was associated with Mut and Khonsu, the Theban triad) ... The Courtyard is about 167 feet wide and 148 feet long. On three sides there is a portico with two rows of columns,"--by Mary Ann Sullivan, Bluffton University.
Reproduction Type
jpeg
Copyright Statement
©2013 Lawrence Technological University. These images may be used for personal or educational purposes. They are not available for commercial purposes without the explicit permission of LTU.
ID Number
A1EGLUX2-51380BI51A1
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