Ancient Echoes in Stone

This close-up reveals ancient script carved into stone, a detail from the Louvre collection in Paris, France. The intricate lettering offers a tangible connection to history, showcasing the enduring power of written language.

Details

Camera & Exposure

Camera: SONY SLT-A99V
Lens: DT 18-200mm F3.5-6.3
Aperture: 63/10
Shutter: 1/320
Focal Length: 2000/10
Flash: 16
Exposure Program: 4
Metering: 5

Image

Dimensions: 2000 × 1333 px
Date Taken: April 29, 2023 at 11:50 AM

Keywords

alphabet ancient writing archaeology art Asphalt Auto part Automotive tire Automotive wheel system background Building material capital Carving Cement circle Composite material concrete detail engraving Font grey heritage hieroglyphs history inscription landscape material metal Monochrome Monochrome photography pattern relief Road surface rock script Soil stone Stone carving surface symbols Synthetic rubber text texture Tread wood

IPTC Metadata

Location

City: Paris
State/Province: Paris
Country: France
Location: 1st arrondissement of Paris

Credits

Author: Evgeny Drokov
Copyright: (c) Evgeny Drokov, edrokov@gmail.com

Content

Headline: Ancient Echoes in Stone
Title: Ancient Echoes in Stone

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