Karnak Statues II, a photo from Luxor, Inland

Photographer's Note

More statues beside the Hypostyle Hall in Karnak, the largest of its type in the world. I like the contrast between the stumps of feet at right and the reasonably complete statue at left.

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ikeharel (88502) 2017-04-29 7:08

Hello Chris,
An exquisite photo, well lit and distinct clarity of the ancient monuments in Karnak.
Scaled by the yellow rods of the fence, one can appreciate the size of the statue and other objects.
Wish you a nice weekend,
Ike

rychem (53465) 2017-04-29 8:08

Egyptian artists and builders have created works that still impress today, excelent high quality photo
Regards Ryszard

papagolf21 (124409) 2017-04-29 9:10

Bonjour, Cher CHris,
Excellent choix de cadrage pour valoriser ce merveilleux trésor dont les secrets restent encore cachés pour certains.
Très belle réalisation.
Amitiés.
Philippe

jean113 (8772) 2017-04-29 11:27

Hello Chris, it was a very bright sunny day and you have managed the light so well, no burnt out spots anywhere.
So much to enjoy in this scene, excellent sharp quality.
Some of the stones on the r/h/s looks decidedly dangerous, as if it will fall anytime.
We have to marvel at the skill of the early Egyptians carving these statues etc.,
Regards Jean.

lousat (106765) 2017-04-29 11:35

Hi Chris,your pics from Egypt are always wonderful,the hard light of sun is a great help to have the best colors and brightness,another lovely shot from Karnak! Have a nice evening and thanks,Luciano

Fis2 (120673) 2017-04-29 12:58

Witaj Chris!
A very curious place, beautiful sculpture.
I like it.
Excellent composition and colors.
Nice light and sharpness.
Well done.
Good evening.
Krzysztof

pierrefonds (79435) 2017-04-29 13:34

Bonsoir Chris,

Le palmier aide au cadrage de la scène. La prise de vue permet de voir les détails de la statue. La qualité de la lumière embellit les couleurs de l'image. Bonne soirée.

Pierre

Tue (54130) 2017-04-29 13:47

Hello Chris,
The incredible sharpness makes the ancient sculptures stand out so fantastically against the blue sky. The tall palm tree is a wonderful contrast with all the old stone parts too. Excellent vertical composition.
Lars

jemaflor (111998) 2017-04-29 23:28

Hi Chris,
Well photographed these statues, excellent exposure, pleasant warm colors, tfs.

Royaldevon (51728) 2017-04-30 0:45

Hello Chris,

The details of your photograph are very well collected so that we can even get a feeling for the rough edges of the broken statues.
The main statue is well placed and, though there are no figures to completely nail the sense of scale, the adjacent tree works well in that respect.
I love to see such ancient remains and cannot help marvelling at the skill of these craftsmen.

Have a lovely day,
Bev :-)

Silvio1953 (168489) 2017-04-30 5:12

Ciao Chris, great view of fantastic statue, fine details, excellent clarity and splendid light, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio

Sergiom (101746) 2017-04-30 7:00

Bonjour Chris,

J'aime beaucoup suivre tes traces en Égypte. Tu as su profiter du très beau temps ainsi que d'une lumière forte qui fait disparaître toutes les ombres. Belle contre plongée qui donne de l'ampleur à l'ensemble.

Amicalement

Serge

Nicou (165864) 2017-04-30 9:25

Hlelo

Avec ce palmier à doite quelle compo quelle statue sueprbe mise en valeur et ce tons quel vue et ce mur sueprbe compo et vestige de l'Egypte.
Bravo et amitié
Nicou

ktanska (31935) 2017-05-01 0:49

Hi Chris,
Vertical framing fits perfectly on this one. Sandstone colour maes good contrast with clear blue sky. Fantastic place where history is strongly present.
Kari

jhm (172744) 2017-05-01 3:57

Hello Chris,

This is amazing picture, everything clear and sharp.
Pleasant blue sky in background too.
Composition and presentation be superb.
Very well done, TFS

Have a nice day,
John.

mkamionka (44147) 2017-05-01 6:22

Hi Chris,
I had the satisfaction to visit Karnak as well but it was with an organized tour so the time on site was limited and there were crowds of people around so no chance for a decent photo. So I look with an admiration at yours here captured at a great light and with no tourists around.
Very impressive place, great reportage,
M

Cricri (138792) 2017-05-01 7:22

Hi Chris
Belle présentation des deux statues, l'une aussi grande que le palmier, beau contraste des couleurs
belle journée
cricri

jmdias (76847) 2017-05-01 7:40

chris

looks like someone put the huge sculpture in the ground and in the fall it broke the face. nice details of the local artwork and architecture. we can see artwork from ancient egypt in any country, but to be in the country should be amazing.

hugs

jorge

mcmtanyel (39107) 2017-05-21 17:50

Hello Chris,
These are very impressive artifacts. Let's hope that extremists do not have a chance to get near them, as they did in Syria & Iraq.
Regards,
MT