Coptic Collection (#6)

Coptic Armenian Chinese alphabet Coptis Alphabet
Coptic, Armenian and Chinese alphabet Coptis Alphabet, Armenian Alphabet and Chinese Schryf images (title on object), Numbered upper left: 49, letters, alphabet, script, Jan Luyken, Amsterdam, 1690

Stained glass window depicting the Nativity, Holy Trinity Cathedral

Daphne, Coptic carving, Ahnassia, Beni-Soueff, Egypt, 3rd century. Held at Coptic Museum, Cairo

Coptic Textile, Portrait of Dionysus. 5th Century. Egypt. Dionysus is the god of the grape harvest, winemaking and wine, of ritual madness, fertility

Story of Adam and Eve, Early Coptic Wallpainting. Egypt, c6th century. Egyptian Christians living in Egypt identified themselves as Coptic Christians

Coptic Textile Portrait of Ariadne, 5th century. Mostly associated with mazes and labyrinths because of her involvement in the myths of the Minotaur and Theseus. Egypt. Louvre

Coptic and Ethiopian monks, west Ethiopian man and Libyan.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840

Bet Giyorgis Church, Lalibela, Ethiopia

COPTIC CROSS. A Coptic cross used by Christian Gnostics in Egypt

Adam and Eve. 10th c. Coptic art. Fresco. EGYPT

Parchment manuscript of the Gospel of Saint Luke, biblical uncial script
Egyptian civilization, Coptic period. Coptic parchment manuscript of the Gospel of Saint Luke. Biblical uncial script

Egypt, Fayum, Adam and Eve in Paradise eating apple, mural
Egyptian civilization, Coptic Period, 10th-11th century. Adam and Eve in the act of eating the apple. Mural painting from Fayum

Coptic figure of woman clasping a crucifix, Sheik Ibada, Upper Egypt, 350-400

Coptic Terracotta Dromedary, from Egypt, 5th century. Held at the Louvre

Dionysos, Limestone relief, Ahnassia El-Medina, Beni-Souef, 3rd Century. Proto-Coptic Art made for the Greek Pagan Community in Egypt

Orpheus and Euridyce, Beni-Souef, Egypt, 3rd century. Probably made for the Greek Pagan Community of Egypt with characteristics of Coptic Art

Early Coptic Funerary Slab, 3rd-4th century. Limestone Figure with Arms raised in attitude of worship. Note the shell & crosses. Cairo, Coptic Museum

Coptic woodcarving of lion in foliage, c5th-7th century. Coptic Museum, Cairo

Coptic Wood Panel, Joseph carrying the Infant Jesus, 6th-7th century. Egyptian (Coptic) at Coptic Museum, Cairo

Coptic wooden carving of lion, 6th-7th century. Coptic Museum, Cairo

Coptic Woodcarving with Angels, Adam and Eve and Saints c 6th-8th century. Coptic Museum, Cairo

Coptic woodcarving with animals, 6th-7th century. Cairo

Coptic Woodcarving of Donkey, 6th century

Coptic Woodcarving of Antelope, 5th century

Coptic jar with fish, Egypt, c6th-8th century
Coptic jar with fish. Egypt, c6th-8th century

Coptic Textile Head of Christ, Painting on Linen, Egypt, 6th century

Coptic Textile of Angel, 6th century. Painted linen

Coptic Textile, Female Head Portrait, Egypt, 6th-7th century

Wax portrait from Antinoe, 3rd century. Mummy portraits or Fayum mummy portraits is the modern term given to a type of naturalistic painted portrait on wooden boards attached to Egyptian mummies

Wax portrait from Antinoe, 2nd century. Mummy portraits or Fayum mummy portraits is the modern term given to a type of naturalistic painted portrait on wooden boards attached to Egyptian mummies

Coptic Fresco of the Nile with Felucca Ships, c6th-7th century

Coptic Fresco of the River Nile, c6th-7th century. Coptic Museum, Cairo

Coptic Mural of Christ, c6th-7th century

Coptic Wooden Wheeled toy, Horse & rider, c640-1500
Coptic Wooden Wheeled toy, Horse & Rider. Coptic history is part of history of Egypt that begins with the introduction of Christianity in Egypt in the 1st century AD

Christ the Good Shepherd, Early Coptic Art, c3rd century. Coptic Museum, Cairo

Two Saints, Coptic Wall Painting. Egypt, 6th century. At Coptic Museum, Cairo

Transitional Coptic funerary Stela, 3rd Century
Transitional Coptic funerary Stela with Christian crosses, Egyptian ankhs, and Greek script, 3rd Century. Produced in the transition period of early Coptic art

Coptic Egyptian textile showing a quail, 3rd or 4th century AD
Coptic textile from Egypt, showing a quail, from the Louvres collection, 3rd or 4th century AD

Coptic Textile from Egypt, 4th century
Coptic Textile from Egypt, depicting a cherub. From the Hermitage Museums collection in St Petersburg, 4th century

Coptic Textie of a panther attacking a man, 6th century
Coptic Textie of a panther attacking a man from Egypt, currently in the Louvres collection, 6th century

Coptic Pilgrim Flask, 4th-5th century
Ccoptic pilgrim flask inscribed St Thecla, from the Louvres collection, 4th-5th century

Horseman on a coptic textile, 3rd century
Horseman on a Coptic textile from Egypt, now in the British Museum, 3rd century

A Coptic textile from Egypt, 3rd century
Coptic textile / tapestry from Egypt depicting a male figure holding a red and green bouquet surrounded by bunches of grapes, with animals in the border

Coptic statuette of Orpheus with a lyre, 3rd century
Statuette of Orpheus with a lyre from Ahnassia in Egypt. It was probably made for the Greek pagan community in Egypt, but has characteristics of coptic art, 3rd century

Coptic tapestry of a royal couple with Christ, 10th century
Coptic tapestry of a royal couple with Christ, from Egypt, from the Louvres collection, 10th century

Coptic cloth of a horseman, 4th century
Coptic cloth of a horseman from Egypt, from the Kunthistoriches Museums collection in Vienna, 4th century

Detail of a coptic wall painting showing Christ enthroned, 6th century
Detail of a coptic wall painting showing Christ enthroned above Virgin and Child and the Apostles, 6th Century. From the collection of the Coptic Museum in Cairo

Coptic painting of a man holding an ankh-cross
Encaustic painting on cloth of a man holding an ankh-cross, from the Louvres collection

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Coptic: A Rich Tapestry of Art, Faith, and Culture The captivating world art takes us on a journey through time and across continents. Originating in Egypt during the 7th century A. D. , Coptic art encompasses a wide range of artistic expressions that reflect the deep religious devotion and cultural heritage of the Coptic Christians. One remarkable example is the painting on wood depicting Christ and Abbot Mena. This exquisite piece showcases intricate details and vibrant colors, serving as a testament to the skillful craftsmanship prevalent in Coptic art. Moving beyond Egypt's borders, we encounter an Orthodox Coptic icon of St. Bichoy in Chatenay-Malabry, France. This artwork serves as a bridge between Europe and Africa, reminding us of the global reach and influence culture. In Jerusalem's Holy Sepulchre Church, an Ethiopian Coptic icon stands proudly amidst its Middle Eastern surroundings. The fusion of cultures showcased here highlights how faith transcends geographical boundaries. Delving deeper into history, we discover fascinating Fayum mummy portraits from Egypt's Roman period. These lifelike depictions provide invaluable insights into ancient Egyptian society while showcasing the mastery with which these portraits were created. Stunning mosaic artwork adorns St. George Coptic Orthodox church—a vivid portrayal of St. George slaying a dragon—an allegorical representation capturing triumph over evil that resonates deeply within this community. The written word also plays an essential role in preserving Coptic heritage; early alphabets are meticulously charted to showcase their evolution throughout history—symbols that have shaped communication for generations to come. Ethiopia reveals its connection to this rich tradition through Abbysinian clergy adorned with distinctive attire—a visual reminder that despite geographic distance, shared beliefs unite people across borders. A glimpse into daily life brings us face-to-face with an Egyptian Orthodox priest displaying his cross—a symbol cherished by millions, representing the unyielding faith Christians.