Alien Hidden Glow in the Dark Papyrus Hand-Pulled Diamond Dust Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on Egyptian Papyrus Paper by Marwan Shahin Rare Street Art Famous Pop Artwork Artist.

2022 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 45 Size 14x17 Alien Pharaoh on Papyrus Silkscreen That Glows in the Dark in Egyptian African Gold Style

Marwan Shahin Alien Hidden Glow in the Dark Papyrus Silkscreen Print

Alien Hidden Glow in the Dark Papyrus by Marwan Shahin is a 2022 hand-pulled silkscreen print that merges extraterrestrial imagery with Pharaonic iconography, situated within the evolving language of Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork. The composition presents a stylized alien figure rendered as an Egyptian pharaoh, complete with symmetrical headdress, winged chest ornamentation, and a regal frontal pose. The figure’s elongated eyes and smooth facial structure reference science fiction archetypes, while the formal rigidity and decorative precision echo ancient Egyptian relief sculpture. Printed directly on authentic Egyptian papyrus, the textured surface introduces a historic material foundation that contrasts sharply with the futuristic subject matter.

Ancient Symbolism and Futuristic Mythology

Marwan Shahin is an Egyptian contemporary artist who remains active and is known for integrating ancient Egyptian themes with modern pop and speculative imagery. In this work, the alien pharaoh concept draws upon long-standing cultural fascination with cosmic origins and mythic ancestry. The winged emblem and central heart motif reinforce themes of power, divinity, and transcendence. By fusing extraterrestrial aesthetics with traditional Egyptian royal regalia, Shahin constructs a hybrid icon that challenges linear interpretations of history and identity. Within Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork, this synthesis reflects a broader practice of remixing cultural symbols to generate new narratives that resonate with contemporary audiences.

Glow Elements, Diamond Dust, and Edition Rarity

This print measures approximately 14 by 17 inches and is signed and numbered in a limited edition of 45. The hand-pulled silkscreen process incorporates glow in the dark ink elements that activate under low light, transforming the visual experience and reinforcing the otherworldly theme. Diamond dust accents add reflective texture, enhancing highlights and creating dimensional shimmer across the surface. The use of Egyptian papyrus connects the artwork to one of the earliest recorded artistic materials, grounding the futuristic imagery in historical craft tradition. As a piece aligned with Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork, Alien Hidden Glow in the Dark Papyrus functions as both collectible object and cultural reinterpretation, blending ancient symbolism, speculative mythology, and refined printmaking into a visually striking limited edition.