Amenhotep Ii Collection

Egyptian dignitary pays a visit, 1859. Creator: Willem de Famars Testas
Egyptian dignitary pays a visit, 1859. The dignitary drives a chariot pulled by a horse; two subjects accompany him. From a painting at the tomb of Amenhotepise in Thebes

Reproduction of print showing Egyptian garden plan, between 1915 and 1925. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Reproduction of print showing Egyptian garden plan, between 1915 and 1925. Photograph of a plan of the garden of the High Official of Amenhotep (Amenophis) III by Sennefer (Sennefur)

Scarab: Aakheperura (Amenhotep II), Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, Reign of Amenhotep II (about 1427-1400 BCE)

Plaque: Amenhotep II Offers Incense / Amun-Re Seated on Throne, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty
Plaque: Amenhotep II Offers Incense/Amun-Re Seated on Throne, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, reign of Amenhotep II (about 1427-1400 BCE)

Canopic Jar of the Overseer of the Builders of Amun, Amenhotep, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, reign of Amenhotep II (about 1427-1400 BCE)

The colour of Karnak in the days of the Splendour of Thebes (colour litho)
3115320 The colour of Karnak in the days of the Splendour of Thebes (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Memphis - The Alabaster Sphinx, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Memphis - The Alabaster Sphinx, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Luxor: The Temple of Amenophis III, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Luxor: The Temple of Amenophis III, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Hall of Columns in the Great Temple of Karnak, Egypt, 1933-1934. Painted piers showing the Pharaoh Amenhotep II offering a lotus flower to Amun, and Amenhotep III with the goddess Hathor

The Tomb of Amenhotep II, Valley of the Kings, Egypt. Amenhotep (Amenophis) II was the seventh Pharaoh of the 18th Dynasty of Ancient Egypt. He ruled from 1427 until 1400 BC

The Temple of Amada in Nubia, 19th century. Artist: Nestor l Hote
The Temple of Amada in Nubia, 19th century. The Temple of Amada was originally built by Thutmose III and his son Amenhotep II in the 15th century BC. It was dedicated to Amun-Re and Re-Horakhty

Sarcophagus of Amenhotep II, Ancient Egyptian, 18th Dynasty, 1400 BC. Sarcophagus from the tomb of the pharaoh Amenhotep II (ruled 1427-1400 BC) at Thebes (Luxor), containing his mummy

The Great Colonnade of Amenophis II, Luxor Temple, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Luxor, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

EGYPT: AMENHOTEP II. Mummy of the 18th Dynasty Egyptian King Amenhotep II, 15th century B.C

Sculpture representing Pharaoh Amenhotep II (circa 1427-1397 B. C. ), eighteenth dynasty
Sculpture representing Pharaoh Amenhotep II (circa 1427-1397 B.C.), eighteenth dynasty 15th-14th Century B.C. Italy, Turin, Museo Egizio (Egyptian Museum), New Kingdom, Egyptian art

Detail of ancient Egyptian wall painting depicting cow goddess Hathor suckling child king Amenhotep II
Egyptian civilization, New Kingdom, Dynasty XVIII. Detail of painting depicting cow goddess Hathor suckling child king Amenhotep II. From Deir el Bahari, Egypt

Egypt, Thebes, Tomb of Kha, The offer and worshiping to Osiris seated on a throne, fragment of the book of the dead, two column papyrus with hieroglyphs and polychrome drawings

Hathor as a cow breastfeeding Amenhotep II as a young man, from Deir-el-Bahari, detail
Egyptian civilization, 15th century b.C. Hathor as a cow breastfeeding Amenhotep II as a young man. Detail. From from Deir-el-Bahari

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Amenhotep II, known as Aakheperura, was a prominent pharaoh of Egypt during the New Kingdom period. His reign belonged to Dynasty 18 and he ruled with great power and authority. One remarkable artifact that represents Amenhotep II's legacy is the Scarab bearing his name. This intricate piece showcases the importance of symbolism in ancient Egyptian culture. Another significant relic is a plaque depicting Amenhotep II offering incense to Amun-Re, who is seated on a majestic throne. This artwork exemplifies the pharaoh's devotion to the gods and his role as an intermediary between them and his people. In addition, a canopic jar belonging to Amenhotep, Overseer of the Builders of Amun, has been discovered. These jars were used in mummification rituals to preserve organs for the afterlife. The vibrant colors depicted in lithographs showcasing Karnak reveal how magnificent Thebes must have been during its prime under Amenhotep II's rule. Exploring Luxor further reveals stunning structures such as Sheikh Abd al-Qurna Tomb of royal scribe Userhat where vestiges from ancient times are still preserved today. Memphis also holds treasures like the Alabaster Sphinx which stood proudly during Amenhotep II's era, representing strength and wisdom. Luxor Temple stands tall even after centuries have passed since it was built by Amenophis III. Its grandeur continues to captivate visitors from around the world. Karnak Temple boasts an awe-inspiring Hall of Columns that once witnessed important ceremonies conducted by pharaohs like Amenhotep II himself. Deep within Valley of Kings lies The Tomb – a testament to his eternal resting place surrounded by intricate carvings and hieroglyphics telling stories from beyond time itself. Traveling southwards brings us to Nubia where we find The Temple of Amada standing proudly against time’s relentless march.