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The pylon, or the monumental gate of an Egyptian temple, typically consists of two pyramidal towers, each tapered and surmounted by a cornice and joined by a less elevated section enclosing the entrance between them. As it was the public face of a building, pylons were often decorated with scenes emphasizing a king’s authority. Andrade’s interpretation of the pylon includes faint carvings of hieroglyphics and Egyptian figures which can be seen on the front.

Egyptian Pylon

Rob Andrade

Egyptian Pylon, 2017

3D-printed PLA plastic, concrete

Cabinet of Curiosities, Ruane Center for the Humanities, Second Floor

About the Work

The pylon, or the monumental gate of an Egyptian temple, typically consists of two pyramidal towers, each tapered and surmounted by a cornice and joined by a less elevated section enclosing the entrance between them. As it was the public face of a building, pylons were often decorated with scenes emphasizing a king’s authority. Andrade’s interpretation of the pylon includes faint carvings of hieroglyphics and Egyptian figures which can be seen on the front.