Watercolor of the Alexandrian Obelisk

Modern
Luigi Mayer Italian
Modern
Not on view
Returned to lender
This work of art was on loan to the museum and has since been returned to its lender.
This object is not part of The Met collection. It was in the Museum for a special exhibition and has been returned to the lender.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Watercolor of the Alexandrian Obelisk
  • Artist: Luigi Mayer (Italian, Rome (?) ca. 1755–1803)
  • Period: Modern
  • Medium: Watercolor print
  • Dimensions: 15 × 17 5/8 in. (38.1 × 44.8 cm)
  • Credit Line: Susan and James Allen
  • Curatorial Department: Egyptian Art